Metrology Engineer - Calibration & Measurement Specialist

RTX; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hire

Generous 401(k) plan that includes…

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages such aspetinsurance

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Metrology Engineer to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement and calibration across Civil Space lab operations. You will collaborate with program teams, engineering, tooling, quality, and technicians to enhance measurement systems and calibration processes.

You will develop calibration procedures, interpret drawings, maintain traceability, and support audits to drive improvements in laboratory capabilities and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 8+ years of experience, or 5+ years with an advanced degree.
• Experience in metrology, calibration, measurement systems, or quality engineering, test engineering, system engineering.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO/IEC 17025, and applicable calibration requirements.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, analyzing measurement tolerances, and performing root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement calibration procedures to meet program and quality requirements.
• Evaluate measurement needs and establish effective measurement methods for laboratory operations.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and resolve equipment and measurement discrepancies.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and out-of-tolerance investigations to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Assess measurement risks and recommend improvements to laboratory processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to support accurate measurement and calibration.
• Maintain measurement traceability and ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards.
• Support audits, write procedures, and provide training to technicians.

Skills

Metrology

Calibration

Measurement systems

Quality engineering

Test engineering

System engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Manufacturing / Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Calibration management systems

SPC

MSA

Gauge R&R

Job description

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Metrology Engineer to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement and calibration across Civil Space lab operations. You will collaborate with program teams, engineering, tooling, quality, and technicians to enhance measurement systems and calibration processes.

You will develop calibration procedures, interpret drawings, maintain traceability, and support audits to drive improvements in laboratory capabilities and