Senior Metrology Technician, R&D

Hologic•Newark, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Hologic is seeking a Senior Metrology Technician, R&D to support Mechanical R&D engineering activities through dimensional inspection, metrology programming, equipment maintenance, and calibration support. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented metrology professional with strong hands-on measurement experience, excellent technical judgment, and the ability to partner closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams. This role is located in Newark, DE and will require onsite presence. As a Senior Metrology Technician, R&D, you will perform precise dimensional inspections and help maintain the accuracy and readiness of metrology equipment used across R&D activities. In this position, you will play a key role in supporting product development, prototype evaluation, verification activities, and measurement strategy execution for fabricated components and assemblies.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or associate degree preferred.
2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Experience with PC-DMIS is required.
Strong understanding of metrology principles and dimensional inspection techniques.
Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, or GD&T.
Experience operating CMMs, portable CMM arms, laser scanners, vision systems, optical comparators, and handheld measurement tools.
Ability to develop, validate, and maintain inspection programs.
Ability to troubleshoot technical inspection and measurement issues.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and technical teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
Ability to recommend practical process and measurement improvements.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with engineers and engineering technicians to collect, analyze, and document dimensional inspection data.
Developing, validating, and maintaining inspection programs using PC-DMIS and associated metrology software.
Operating metrology and inspection equipment, including: Coordinate Measuring Machines, or CMMs, Portable CMM arms, Laser scanning systems, Keyence vision systems, Optical comparators, Conventional handheld measurement tools and gauges.
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
Developing and executing inspection procedures, measurement plans, and inspection strategies.
Designing and implementing fixture solutions to support accurate, repeatable inspections.
Ensuring metrology and inspection equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and operational.
Troubleshooting, diagnosing, prioritizing, and resolving inspection and measurement issues.
Supporting installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance activities for inspection equipment where applicable.
Conducting inspection studies, measurement system analyses, and capability assessments to support engineering and quality objectives.
Creating, maintaining, and improving SOPs, work instructions, and related documentation.
Supporting prototype, verification, validation, and product development activities through accurate and timely measurement services.
Recommending process improvements, measurement enhancements, and efficiency opportunities based on direct observations and technical expertise.
Building strong working relationships with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and other site stakeholders.
Supporting and complying with the Quality Policy and Quality Management System procedures.