Sr Metrology Engineer

RTX•Andover, MA

2d•$95,500 - $181,700•Onsite

About The Position

The MTEM Electrical Calibration Laboratory provides calibration services for electrical measurement instruments supporting critical engineering, manufacturing, and test operations. The Senior Metrology Engineer provides technical leadership for calibration processes, measurement uncertainty analysis, decision rules, accreditation activities, and laboratory metrology practices. The role collaborates across engineering, quality, operations, and program teams to ensure calibration activities meet safety, quality, schedule, and compliance requirements. It also identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities to enhance laboratory capability, efficiency, and technical rigor. The MTEM department supports more than 450 test platforms and works closely with engineering and operations organizations across the business. This is a full-time, onsite position in Andover, Massachusetts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
A minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
ASQ CCT or CQE Certification.
Experience developing calibration procedures and measurement uncertainty budgets that have successfully supported accreditation assessments.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ANSI/NCSL Z540-1, ANSI/NCSLI Z540.3, the VIM, and the GUM.
Ability to communicate and substantiate technical perspectives with peers and explain complex metrology concepts effectively to leadership audiences.
Experience mentoring or formally training technicians and junior engineers.
Active participation in NCSL International, the Measurement Science Conference, or an equivalent professional community; assessor training under A2LA, NVLAP, or ANAB.
Experience using and programming automated calibration systems, such as Fluke Metcal or Keysight TME, or software coding in C++ or Python.
Experience with Dimensional, Physical, and Mechanical metrology methods and instruments.

Responsibilities

Author, validate, and maintain laboratory procedures across various parameters, including method selection, validation evidence, and assessment-ready records.
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians and junior engineers on calibration setup, methodology, and measurement best practices.
Develop and maintain measurement uncertainty budgets by defining measurement models, evaluating Type A and Type B contributions, and applying GUM or Monte Carlo methods as appropriate.
Establish, document, and defend decision rules and guard-banding methodologies, including evaluation of false-acceptance risk and customer requirements.
Lead expansion and maintenance of the laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation scope, including development of CMCs and supporting technical evidence.
Establish calibration intervals using technical data and risk-based methodologies, and serve as a technical escalation point for disputed calibration results.
Communicate and coordinate in a timely manner with leadership and stakeholders across all shifts.
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance laboratory capability, efficiency, and technical rigor.