Metrology Technician 3

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Goose Creek, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metrology Technician utilizes metrology calibration systems and measurement-science techniques to measure object characteristics. The role performs measurement surveys with instruments such as photogrammetry systems, total stations, laser trackers, CMMs, or other electronic 3D instruments. Using 3D model-based software and design drawings, the technician plans and executes surveys and analyzes collected data for end users. The position also develops, coordinates, and conducts technical reliability studies and engineering design evaluations; recommends design or test methods using metrology methodologies to help achieve product reliability; and compiles and analyzes measured-data reports, including relevant variables that may affect products and processes. The technician may use Visual Basic to enhance 3D measurement software functionality.

Requirements

A program graduation certificate from an approved institution may substitute for an Apprentice Certification, an associate degree, or another relevant two-year technical degree.
Three years of related experience are required with the program graduation certificate substitution.
Two years of related experience may substitute for an associate degree.
Four years of non-related experience may substitute for an associate degree.
U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

Responsibilities

Use metrology calibration systems and measurement-science techniques to measure object characteristics.
Perform measurement surveys using photogrammetry, total stations, laser trackers, CMMs, or other electronic 3D instruments.
Plan and execute measurement surveys using 3D model-based software and design drawings.
Analyze collected survey data and provide it to end users.
Develop, coordinate, and conduct technical reliability studies and engineering design evaluations.
Recommend design or test methods using metrology methodologies to support product reliability.
Compile and analyze measured-data reports, including relevant variables that may affect products and processes.
Use Visual Basic, as needed, to enhance the functionality of 3D measurement software.