Metrology Technician

Metrology Technician 3 – Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII

This position reports to the Team C106 Quality/NDT at Newport News Shipbuilding. It is a full‑time, first shift role requiring U.S. citizenship and no relocation assistance or telework eligibility. Travel is not required and no security clearance is needed to start.

With more than 25,000 employees – including third‑, fourth‑ and fifth‑generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse, innovative team spans skilled trades, project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts and system users.

Anchored in our 135‑year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

Utilizes metrology calibration systems and techniques to measure characteristics of objects using measurement science principles. Performs measurement surveys with Photogrammetry, Total Stations, Laser Trackers, CMMs or other electronic 3‑D instruments, planning and executing the survey with 3‑D model‑based software and design drawings, and analyzing collected data for the end user. Develops, coordinates, and conducts technical reliability studies and evaluations of engineering designs.

Recommends design or test methods utilizing metrology methodologies to achieve product reliability. Compiles and analyzes measured data reports, including analysis of relevant variables affecting product and processes. May use Visual Basic to enhance the functionality of 3‑D measurement software.

A program graduation certificate from an approved institution may be substituted for an Apprentice Certification, Associate’s degree, or other 2‑year technical degree in a relevant field and 3 years of related experience. Two years of related experience can be substituted for an Associate’s degree, and four years of non‑related experience can substitute for an Associate’s degree.

None specified.

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug plans; on‑site health centers; tele‑medicine; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; 401(k) savings plan with match; financial education and planning tools; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; employee discounts; early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships; and more. Some benefits may vary by division or location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii‑ and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis and only requests concerning accommodations will receive a reply from this address.

Additionally, you may call 1‑844‑849‑8463 and press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding assistance.