Metrology Quality Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance•Decatur, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metrology Quality Engineer performs calibration, verification, and functional checks of measurement and test equipment (M&TE), including dimensional, mechanical, and electrical instruments. The role reviews engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data to determine accuracy requirements and interprets tolerances and GD&T to select appropriate calibration methods, equipment, and measurement setups. Work must align with internal calibration standards and applicable external requirements. The position maintains complete, compliant calibration records in the calibration management system, including results, certifications, measurement uncertainty considerations, and traceability data. It also verifies incoming new or outsourced calibrated equipment and reviews certificates for traceability and accuracy requirements. The engineer provides technical support for equipment discrepancies, measurement issues, and out-of-tolerance investigations, collaborating with Quality and Engineering on root-cause analysis and corrective actions. The engineer reviews and develops calibration procedures and improvements, guides users on care and handling of calibrated equipment, and supports internal audits and assessments by providing calibration data and explaining metrology processes. The position is located at ULA in Decatur, with relocation potentially available and no or infrequent travel. ULA describes its culture as team-oriented and committed to ethics, ingenuity, engagement, and employee professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metrology, Applied Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of related work experience.
Experience performing calibration or precision measurement using dimensional or mechanical instruments such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gages, and torque instruments.
Working understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 principles, including traceability, calibration documentation, and basic measurement uncertainty.
Familiarity with AS9100 quality system expectations related to calibration, documentation, and equipment control.
Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately record calibration or measurement results.
Experience using a calibration management system or documentation platform.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability to evaluate equipment status and detect out-of-tolerance conditions.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 because the position requires use of ITAR-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

6 or more years of experience in calibration, dimensional inspection, or precision measurement within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment.
Working understanding of measurement uncertainty analysis and its application in calibration decision-making.
Hands-on experience developing or improving calibration procedures, work instructions, or uncertainty budgets.
Prior experience supporting internal or external audits, including ISO 17025, AS9100, or customer audits.
Familiarity with statistical process control, measurement system analysis (MSA), or gage R&R.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with calibration management systems, SPC tools, or 3D model viewing software.
Demonstrated ability to analyze measurement data and contribute to root-cause investigations using structured problem-solving tools.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across Quality, Engineering, and Production teams.

Responsibilities

Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data to determine accuracy requirements.
Interpret tolerances and GD&T to select calibration methods, equipment, and measurement setups.
Maintain complete and compliant calibration records, including results, certifications, measurement uncertainty considerations, and traceability data in the calibration management system.
Perform incoming inspection and verification of new or outsourced calibrated equipment and ensure certificates meet traceability and accuracy requirements.
Provide technical support for equipment discrepancies, measurement issues, and out-of-tolerance investigations.
Collaborate with Quality and Engineering on root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Review existing procedures, draft new procedures, and develop improvements to calibration and documentation processes.
Provide guidance on proper care, use, and handling of calibrated equipment.
Perform calibration, verification, and functional checks of measurement and test equipment, including dimensional, mechanical, and electrical instruments.
Support internal audits and assessments by supplying calibration data and explaining metrology processes.