ENGINEER METROLOGY 1

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News Shipbuilding, seeks a metrology calibration specialist. The role focuses on developing calibration methods, evaluating components with metrology equipment, and collaborating with technicians on the shop floor.

A strong background in metrology and an ABET-accredited engineering degree are required. Ideal candidates bring SA experience, industrial metrology expertise, and excellent analytical/problem-solving skills to support naval shipbuilding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 0 years of relevant exempt experience.
• Experience with metrology hardware/software and measurement science.
• SpatialAnalyzer (SA) experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops metrology calibration methods to ensure measurement reliability.
• Evaluates finished and semifinished components with metrology equipment.
• Collaborates with metrology technicians on the production floor.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of metrology hardware/software.
• Supports operations on naval shipbuilding-related metrology tasks.

Skills

Metrology equipment

Industrial metrology

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

SpatialAnalyzer

Job description

Goose Creek, South Carolina, United States

Date: Oct 1, 2026

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

Develops and evaluates metrology calibration systems that measure characteristics of objects. Identifies magnitude of error sources contributing to uncertainty of results to determine reliability of measurement process in quantitative terms. Develops calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems and accuracy and precision requirements.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience.

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

• This role will directly support the operations team by using advanced metrology equipment to evaluate finished and semifinished components and assemblies alongside metrology technicians.
• A core understanding of industry leading metrology hardware/software and their application.
• SpatialAnalyzer (SA) experience is preferred.
• Proficient in industrial metrology principles and techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• The ability to maintain pace with a dynamic team supporting the needs of a growing organization.
• Ability to work directly with technicians and craftspeople on a production floor to resolve issues.
• Naval shipbuilding or heavy steel fabrication experience preferred.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.