Metrology Technician

Aerotek; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Metrology Technician in Fort Collins, CO to operate and program CMMs, perform precision measurements, and support quality control in aerospace and industrial parts.

You will interpret drawings and GD&T, conduct calibrations and verifications, maintain calibration records, and assist in root-cause analysis, audits, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience with CMM inspection and calibration.
• GD&T interpretation and application.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality system.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program CMMs to test, measure, and inspect aerospace components.
• Calibrate, verify and maintain measurement equipment per procedures and schedules.
• Perform dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, optical comparators, and CMMs.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T specifications to ensure parts meet design requirements.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Investigate measurement discrepancies and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Generate inspection reports and maintain quality documentation in LIMS and data tools.

Skills

CMM operation

GD&T knowledge

Calibration procedures

Dimensional measurement

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Quality audits

Team collaboration

Tools

CMMs

Optical comparators

Height gauges

Calipers

Micrometers

LIMS

Job description

Job Title: Metrology Technician

SHIFT: Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with the option to work additional hours on Thursdays or Mondays

Job Description

This role combines computer-based work with hands-on technical tasks in a collaborative team environment of approximately 58 colleagues. The Metrology Technician operates and programs Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to test and measure parts, applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) as the core language of the job, and performs calibration, inspection, and data analysis to support quality control in aerospace and industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to test, measure, and inspect aerospace and industrial components.
• Perform calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of measurement and test equipment in accordance with established procedures and schedules.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, optical comparators, and CMMs.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, blueprints, and technical documentation to ensure parts meet design and functional requirements.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and ensure compliance with internal procedures, AS9100 standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Investigate measurement discrepancies, assist in root cause analysis, and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Support internal and external quality audits by providing measurement data, documentation, and technical insight.
• Assist manufacturing and engineering teams with measurement-related issues and contribute to process improvements.
• Generate detailed inspection reports and maintain precise quality documentation in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and other data tools.
• Monitor environmental conditions in the measurement and calibration area to ensure proper handling, storage, and performance of calibrated equipment.
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move parts and components for inspection and measurement.
• Recommend improvements to calibration and inspection processes to increase efficiency and enhance overall quality performance.
• Perform data entry and data analysis related to measurement results, calibration activities, and inspection findings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.21/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Collins,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.