Quality Engineer, Metrology

Beyond Gravity•Decatur, IL

20h

About The Position

Quality Engineer, Metrology 🚀 Challenge the Impossible About Beyond Gravity Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: www.beyondgravity.com Your Mission This position will act as a main internal project interface in respect to process and product quality assurance.

Requirements

Engineering, Quality, Computer Science or Business Technical Bachelor-Degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience OR5+ years’ experience in an advanced manufacturing environment (Automotive / Aerospace for example).
Experience using programmable contact and non-contact metrology equipment (Laser Radars, Laser trackers, CMM, ATOS scan boxes, Romer’s arms..) or similar.
Advanced skills and knowledge of Dimensional analysis packages such as PiWeb, Polyworks.or similar.
High proficiency in computer technology and systems operations.
Experience with CATIA or similar CAD software or similar for design.
Manufacturing/assembly experience with a focus on one or more of the following areas: Automotive Stamping, Body in White assemblies/subassemblies, Drivetrain castings/gears, Battery modules
Results driven with a Quality Mindset.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to lift 10+ lbs and occasionally lift 25 lbs
GD&T knowledge per ANSI Y14.5 and Y14.41
Experience with using MES / ERP systems for manufacturing controls and reporting.
Strong PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, etc... required
Must be able to travel both international and domestic as required (Expected 10% or less)

Responsibilities

Collect 3D scan data and Create as-built models from scan data
Perform dimensional analysis on scan data
Prepare and present results to customer
Provide technical leadership on metrology projects
Create and maintain automated, production-ready programs for dimensionally inspecting parts and assemblies using a Leica absolute tracker and hexagon roamer arm CMM with verisurf 2024 and Polyworks software.
Dimensionally inspect parts using a variety of potential metrology equipment including vision systems, CMM and 3D laser and blue light scanners.
Support the development of methods to analyze product and process quality.
Analyze data to define trends, capability, and functional improvements.
Work together with relevant teams and departments to understand the needs regarding problem-solving.
Formulate a strategic plan to develop systems and metrics that increase productivity in the business.
Develop novel methods to accurately and precisely measure components and assemblies.
Accurately read and interpret drawings and CATIA CAD models.
Lead standardization and optimization of production measurement methods and techniques
Assist in the creation and maintenance of operational documentation.
Improve product/process quality by defining/implementing recommendations for improvements of the current state.
Perform other functions as required.