Laser Tracker Operator at Swift Engineering

San Clemente, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

50.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laser Tracker Operation, 3D Measurement, Metrology, GD&T Interpretation, Blueprint Reading, CAD Models, Measurement Reporting, Equipment Calibration, FAI, API Laser Tracker, Verisurf, Problem-Solving, Attention To Detail, Communication

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Description: The Laser Tracker Operator is responsible for performing precision 3D measurements using laser tracking equipment to support manufacturing, assembly, quality assurance, and inspection processes. This role requires technical expertise in metrology, a strong understanding of engineering drawings. Pay Range: $45-$50 Hourly Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: Set up and operate laser tracker equipment (API) to capture high-precision 3D measurements. Perform alignment, assembly, and inspection tasks on mechanical parts, tools, fixtures, or large assemblies. Interpret GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) from blueprints and CAD models to ensure parts and assemblies meet requirements. Generate detailed measurement reports and communicate results with engineers, machinists, and quality personnel. Calibrate and maintain metrology equipment according to manufacturer and internal standards. Document procedures and best practices for repeatability and continuous improvement. Support quality assurance and production teams with first article inspections (FAI), in-process verification, and final inspection. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. 3-5 years of experience operating laser trackers. Familiarity with API laser tracker is preferred. Proficient in laser tracker software. Experience with Verisurf is a plus. Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprints, and 3D CAD files. Familiarity with aerospace standards is a plus. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a shop environment. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and written/verbal communication. Skills Preferred: Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs. Must be comfortable working in manufacturing, or clean room environments. WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Work Location: Open shop and laboratory environment. Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, respirators, breathing equipment. Potential Hazards: Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, airborne substances, materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets, working on unprotected heights or around moving machinery. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected. Swift is an EOE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Must be US Person per ITAR requirements due to our contracts. https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal-poster Benefits Medical Insurance - 90% covered for Employees Vision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees Dental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees Life Insurance - 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. 401k with company match Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans. 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.

Responsibilities

The Laser Tracker Operator sets up and operates laser tracking equipment to capture high-precision 3D measurements for manufacturing, assembly, and inspection processes. This includes performing alignments, interpreting GD&T from drawings, generating detailed reports, and supporting quality assurance verification tasks.