Instrumentation & Electronics; I&E Metrology Manager

Position: Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager
Location: Walton

Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Production

** Job field / Job profile*
* Manufacture assembly and repair - Instrumentation

** Job title*
* Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Professional, Engineer & Manager

** Part time / Full time*
* Full-time

** Job description*
* Manage and take overall responsibility for metrological and calibration (FAC
04) needs for site manufacturing which includes but is not limited to:

Management of Metrology Technicians to ensure, efficient usage of time and resources, and compliance with all standards.

Be the process focal for calibration standards including the following local and corporate reporting:

Ensuring the site is adhering to all company standards.

KPI data collection and reporting.

Lead metrology team during all audits to prove standards are being met.

Act as liaison between local manufacturing facilities and parent company directives, etc.

- Instruments:

Ensure that all instruments are calibrated to appropriate standards, such as NIST.

Ensure that all instruments on shop floor are re-calibrated prior to calibration expiration date.

Responsible for critical instruments and some HSE instruments:

Noncritical instruments (for reference only).

Close coordination with maintenance and HSE teams.

- Ensure purchase orders and associated purchasing requisitions, related to metrology, are issued within a reasonable amount of time to ensure in-use instruments do not expire while in-use.

- Anomaly Sheets (out of tolerance or suspect/damaged instruments):

Ensure anomalies are immediately addressed when identified.

Manage proper and limited use of.

When needed, ensure issuance and approval prior to expiration of the currently calibrated instruments.

Track status to ensure anomalies are processed in a timely manner, with no impact on production.

Pareto reoccurring issues and manage associated action plan to reduce.

Identify more frequently occurring anomalies and develop action plans to reduce:

- Ensure Metrology Techs conduct metrological needs per standard industrial safety practices.

- Ensure the site maintains optimum number of spare instruments and that they are available when needed.

- Monitor all devises for obsolescence and propose new technologies / instruments that decrease out-of-tolerance frequencies and improve measurement accuracy, precision and calibration reliability.

- Perform other related duties as required

** But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)*
* HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As an HSE Coordinator, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

What we offer:

- Competitive salaries

- Paid holidays

- Recognition programs

- Comprehensive benefits

- Retirement (401K) plans with employer match

- Professional development opportunities

- Tuition assistance

- Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage…