Mid-Level Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineer

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in California is seeking a Mid-Level Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineer to support metrology operations at El Segundo and Huntington Beach. The role involves working with local and virtual MATES teams to sustain metrology processes, develop calibration solutions, and ensure AS9100 compliance.

Initial focus includes Space & Launch programs, onsite calibration, reliability analysis, and collaboration with customers and partners to standardize procedures across the MATES

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in metrology or calibration.
• 3+ years developing and executing test procedures.
• 3+ years with RF/high-frequency equipment.

Responsibilities

• Apply core Metrology Engineering concepts such as uncertainty analysis and reliability analysis.
• Engage with customers and MATES communities to establish calibration processes.
• Translate customer requirements into metrology specifications for calibration procedures.
• Assist with calibration and certification of tools and measurement and test equipment.
• Support maintenance of the calibration system and reference standards.

Skills

Metrology experience

Test procedures

RF/microwave/optical equipment

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

MetCal

SureCal

TME

Job description

Mid-Level Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineer

Company: The Boeing Company

The Boeing Metrology and Test Equipment Services (MATES) organization is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Mid-Level Metrology Engineer to support Metrology operations at the El Segundo and Huntington Beach sites in California. This is a great opportunity that will involve working alongside local and virtual MATES personnel to sustain Metrology operations at the El Segundo and Huntington Beach sites.

The initial focus will revolve heavily to support the Space & Launch programs across El Segundo, to provide onsite calibration solutions, reliability analysis assessments for M&TE, seek engagement with local business partners (customers), to help expand efforts to standardize processes and best practices across the broader MATES Enterprise and ensuring compliance to AS9100.

Metrology And Test Equipment Services (MATES) provides a full spectrum of test asset and metrology services and support for internal customers and products through all phases of the product lifecycle. Services include calibration/certification for DC Low Freq electrical/electronic, RF/uWave, and mechanical/physical, dimensional/optics measurement and test assets, sourcing management, measurement solutions, repair & maintenance, test asset selection and use, acquisition, allocation, resource and lifecycle management, and specialized test services.

MATES is comprised of engineers, technicians and administrative personnel who support programs, sites, business units and external/government customers by providing best value test asset management and metrology services through all phases of the product lifecycle.

What is metrology? Metrology is the science of measurement. MATES is responsible for establishing an unbroken chain of measurement traceability from the point of application to internationally recognized standards, quantities, values or reference materials. Applied metrology at Boeing ensures that measurement standards, materials or equipment used to apply or determine measurement quantities are defined, repeatable, reproducible and traceable.

Position Responsibilities

• Apply core Metrology Engineering concepts such as: uncertainty analysis, reliability analysis, interval analysis, new measurement techniques, and specification interpretation
• Engage with Business Partners (Customers) & MATES technical communities to identify and establish calibration processes
• Dissect the customer requirements to translate them into metrology specifications that can be used to develop calibration processes and the corresponding procedures
• Aid with the calibration and certification of tools and measurement and test equipment
• Support maintenance of the calibration system
• Supports maintenance of reference standards traceability, calibration procedures and software
• Develop solutions to emergent requirements during day-to-day activities
• Institute AS9100 compliance, knowledge sharing and sustainment
• Oversight of Safety & Quality systems
• Support Metrology process knowledge sharing, both within the organization and with the business partners
• Coach and mentor technicians & junior engineers in their development
• Use appropriate tools, processes and procedures
• Design/develop calibration system/test fixtures, data processing tools, and algorithms
• Author calibration procedures and conduct measurement uncertainty evaluations
• Use established Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) method and techniques to apply lessons learned to the improvement of test procedures/methodologies
• Conduct calibration data validation using established Metrology practices and procedures
• Develop project plans using the principles of project management and performance goals
• Provide general project supervision and define, negotiate, and control the scope, cost, and timing of projects, including performance of risk analysis using project management tools (e.g., work break-down structure, precedence network, and resource allocation)
• Gather and analyze requirements for measurement and test equipment calibration
• Evaluate and prepare Metrology lab M&TE procurement justification packages

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 3+ years of experience in metrology, and/or calibration/certification, and/or instrumentation
• 3+ years of experience developing and executing test procedures
• 3+ years of direct experience with RF, high-frequency, microwave, dimensional, and optical equipment, including working with M&TE Windows 10 and Microsoft Office knowledge

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with electrical, microwave, and/or RF calibrations
• Familiarity with torque, pressure, force, mass, temperature, humidity, electrical/RF parameters.
• Prior experience with use of an automated calibration recall system
• Experience using/modifying calibration software (MetCal, SureCal, TME, etc.)
• Experience increasing calibration lab capability to include parameters not previously supported

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $111,350-$150,650

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Statement

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