Job Overview

The Manufacturing Calibration & Metrology Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, traceability, and compliance of measurement systems used in aerospace manufacturing. This role supports quality assurance by performing calibration, verification, and maintenance of inspection and test equipment in accordance with AS9100, ISO 17025, and customer requirements. The technician plays a critical role in ensuring measurement integrity and supporting product conformity in a highly regulated aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Calibration & Metrology

• Perform in-house calibration and verification of inspection, measuring, and test equipment (IMTE), including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, torque wrenches, pressure gauges, and optical instruments
• Ensure all equipment is calibrated in compliance with ISO 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 standards
• Maintain calibration records, certificates, and traceability to NIST or equivalent standards
• Manage and track calibration schedules using a calibration management system (CMS)
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and assess potential product impact

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Support compliance to AS9100 quality management system requirements
• Generate and manage Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) related to calibration failures
• Assist in Measurement System Analysis (MSA) including Gage R&R studies
• Support internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits
• Ensure adherence to aerospace regulatory requirements and customer specifications

Inspection & Measurement Support

• Provide technical support on measurement methods, equipment selection, and capability
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) support related to measurement validation (AS9102)
• Troubleshoot and resolve measurement discrepancies

Continuous Improvement

• Support quality and manufacturing teams in process improvement initiatives
• Recommend improvements to calibration processes, documentation, and equipment usage
• Assist in risk assessments related to measurement systems

What your background should look like

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (Associate degree in metrology, engineering technology, or related field preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, or quality within manufacturing, preferably aerospace or regulated industries
• Working knowledge of:
• Calibration principles and practices
• Measurement uncertainty and traceability concepts
• GD&T and blueprint reading
• Familiarity with standards:
• AS9100
• ISO 17025 / ANSI Z540.3
• Proficiency with calibration tracking systems and Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification(s) such as:
  • ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
  • ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
• Experience performing Gage R&R and MSA studies
• Hands-on experience with CMM, optical comparators, or automated measurement systems
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, machining, or assembly processes
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and digital quality tools

Competencies