Metrology Technician

Salary Range: 32 to 45 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

What You’ll Do:

Perform dimensional inspection of composite, machined, and assembled parts using 3D scanning systems and traditional measuring equipment 
Learn and operate the SCANTECH NimbleTrack 3D scanning system to collect accurate dimensional data 
Build PolyWorks inspection projects from scratch, including importing CAD models, establishing alignments, creating measured features, defining characteristics, and generating inspection reports 
Translate engineering drawing Critical to Quality (CTQ) requirements into effective inspection methods within PolyWorks 
Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) when developing and performing inspections 
Understand and appropriately apply datum-based alignments, best-fit alignments, and other part alignment strategies 
Develop inspection methods that allow features and characteristics to be extracted reliably and efficiently from 3D scan data 
Create clear, repeatable, and easy-to-understand inspection reports for internal teams and external customers 
Review engineering drawings, CAD models, work instructions, and customer requirements to determine appropriate inspection methods 
Perform First Article Inspections and support completion of AS9102 inspection documentation 
Use calipers, micrometers, height gages, pin gages, and other conventional inspection equipment when appropriate 
Enter and maintain inspection data within our MES (Matrix) and help improve digital quality and inspection workflows 
Support investigations of nonconforming product, rework, corrective actions, and other quality issues 
Understand and support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities, including Gage R&R studies 
Understand the fundamentals behind Statistical Process Control (SPC) and use inspection data to help identify process trends and opportunities for improvement 
Support maintenance and improvement of the Layup Parts AS9100 Quality Management System 
Assist with document control and controlled-document revisions 
Maintain calibration records and support calibration tracking activities 
Assist with employee training records and training matrix upkeep 
Develop and maintain Excel-based inspection templates and quality records 
Track and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs), and other quality-system actions 
Support basic internal auditing and collection of objective evidence for AS9100 compliance 
Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Software teams to improve inspection methods, product quality, and manufacturing processes 
Perform Quality Inspector responsibilities, including receiving inspection, in-process inspection, final inspection, nonconformance documentation, and other inspection activities as needed 
As Layup Parts’ metrology capabilities expand, potentially learn basic ZEISS CMM programming and operation using CALYPSO 

What We’re Looking For:

Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with! 
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field 
Recent engineering graduates with strong technical aptitude and hands-on interests are encouraged to apply 
Experience working with 3D CAD software and the ability to navigate and interpret 3D models 
Comfortable reading engineering drawings and learning to apply GD&T 
Strong spatial reasoning and an ability to understand how engineering requirements relate to physical parts and measurement data 
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
High attention to detail and a strong standard for precision, repeatability, and data integrity 
Comfortable learning technically complex software and developing repeatable workflows 
Able to clearly document technical findings and communicate inspection results to engineering, production, customers, and other stakeholders 
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications 
Comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with engineering and production teams 
Eagerness to learn both advanced metrology and aerospace quality-system requirements 
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment 
Willing and able to perform traditional hands-on inspection activities in addition to computer-based metrology work 
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted 
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying 

Bonus Points:

Experience with PolyWorks Inspector, although prior PolyWorks experience is not required 
Experience with 3D scanning, structured-light scanning, photogrammetry, laser scanning, or other portable metrology equipment 
Experience creating inspection plans from engineering drawings 
Familiarity with datum reference frames, best-fit alignment, surface profile, position, runout, and other common GD&T controls 
Experience with aerospace, composites, machining, or other precision manufacturing environments 
Familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, or ISO 9001 
Understanding of Gage R&R, Measurement System Analysis, SPC, process capability, or basic engineering statistics 
Experience with First Article Inspections 
Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms 
Advanced Microsoft Excel experience 
Exposure to CMM programming or operation, particularly ZEISS CALYPSO 
Previous internship, co-op, laboratory, Formula SAE, aerospace club, manufacturing, machining, inspection, or other hands-on engineering experience