Metrology Engineer

Alutiiq, LLC; Dahlgren (IL); On-site; USD 57,859 - 90,921; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dahlgren, Illinois is seeking a Metrology Engineer to ensure accuracy and reliability of measurement equipment in a Navy calibration lab. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and two years of related experience. Responsibilities include calibrating instruments, providing technical advice, and analyzing measurement data to support naval operations. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of work-related technical experience or a GPA of 3.0 or higher may substitute for one year.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy, traceability, and reliability of TMDE through calibration.
• Work independently on complex projects, including analyzing measurement data.
• Calibrate and maintain measurement instruments and systems.
• Guide Inter-Laboratory Comparison program according to Navy METCAL policies.

Skills

Knowledge of Navy Metrology and Calibration Program

Technical understanding of calibration processes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or physical science

Tools

Measurement instruments

Calibration software

Job description

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers.

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$42.00 to $66.00 per hour

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required

Secret

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

The Metrology Engineer in a Navy calibration lab plays a critical role in the METCAL Program, ensuring the accuracy, traceability, and reliability of test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) through calibration procedures aligned with NIST and DoD standards to support fleet readiness and naval operations. This position involves science of metrology, calibration of TMDE, performing measurement uncertainty analyses and measurement traceability, and troubleshooting equipment to maintain compliance in a DoD Navy calibration laboratory.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Work independently or with minimal supervision on complex projects, including reviewing TMDE specifications, performing uncertainty analysis and measurement traceability, and calculating test accuracy ratios.
• Develop, calibrate, and maintain measurement instruments and systems to ensure compliance with Navy, national and international standards.
• Guide Inter-Laboratory Comparison program IAW Navy METCAL policy and guidance. Design and implement metrology platforms, including test procedures, data analysis, and quality control guidelines for product specifications.
• Recommend new Calibration/Measurement processes and procedures; Conduct reviews, validations, and documentation of metrology procedures; Maintain Statistical Process Control for laboratory supported measurement areas.
• Analyze measurement data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement; certify equipment and processes for accuracy Generate Calibration Measurement Reports (CMRs) to document technical requirements and analysis.
• Provide support with the development and implementation of calibration procedures in accordance with Navy METCAL policy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education – A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physical science.
• Technical Experience: Two (2) years of work-related experience demonstrating a technical understanding of the work. (A GPA of 3.0 or higher may be substituted for one year of experience.)

Preferred Qualifications or Skills

• Knowledge of the Navy Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Program and ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2005 accreditation.
• Preparing a variety of metrology directives, including Instrument Calibration Procedures (ICP), Metrology.
• Drafting Engineering Reports, Quality Manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conducting engineering investigations/evaluations, calculations, and preparing final designs of measurement systems.
• Communicating and coordinating with local personnel, commercial calibration labs, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to maintain and improve calibration lab capabilities.
• Providing metrology technical advice, engineering services and calibration support.
• Developing computer programs to automate calibration calculations and measurements.
• Documenting computer hardware and software configurations in accordance with ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2005.
• Documenting uncertainty budgets to properly account for calibration and testing error sources.

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status").

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client–customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company’s Career page.