Senior CMM Metrology Engineer - Precision Inspection Lead

Safran; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems seeks a Senior CMM Manufacturing Engineer to develop and validate CMM inspection programmes, ensuring robust metrology processes across manufacturing. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and Quality to enhance inspection capability, accuracy and product quality.

The role requires hands-on programming, fixture design, Gauge R&R/MSA studies and leadership in metrology improvements within a regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CMM programming and validation experience.
• Experience with Gauge R&R and MSA studies.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and engineering drawings interpretation.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop CMM inspection programmes in line with company procedures.
• Review, validate and approve CMM programmes.
• Design and implement fixture solutions to support repeatable inspection processes.
• Manage programme validation activities across multiple components.
• Conduct Gauge R&R and MSA studies and analyse results.
• Support APQP and PPAP inspection deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise on inspection methods and measurement strategies.
• Support root cause investigations relating to CMM and inspection issues.
• Mentor and coach CMM and inspection personnel.
• Review and update local inspection procedures and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within metrology and inspection functions.

Skills

CMM programming

Gauge R&R

MSA studies

GD&T

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Metrology

Tools

Modus

Camio

Job description

Safran Landing Systems seeks a Senior CMM Manufacturing Engineer to develop and validate CMM inspection programmes, ensuring robust metrology processes across manufacturing. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and Quality to enhance inspection capability, accuracy and product quality.

The role requires hands-on programming, fixture design, Gauge R&R/MSA studies and leadership in metrology improvements within a regulated aerospace environment.