Senior Metrology Engineer

Senior Metrology Engineer Skip to main content#Senior Metrology Engineer page is loaded## Senior Metrology Engineer Apply remote type:
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June 18, 2026 (26 days left to apply) job requisition :
R29728
** If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
**** Senior Metrology Engineer
**** Closing Date: 18th June 2026
***
* Location:

*
* ** RG30 3RR
**, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
** free onsite parking**.
* Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Burghfield.
*** Package: £
**** 49,480 - £78,200 per annum** (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience).
* Plus role specific allowance.
* A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply).
** Working pattern:
** AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
** Ready to play your part?
**** At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
** AWE has an opportunity for a highly skilled
** Senior Metrology Engineer
** to contribute to some of the UK’s most critical and technically engaging programmes.

We are looking for an expert who excels in precision measurement and enjoys working with complex geometries in fast-paced, high‐stakes environments.

Join us and play a pivotal role in supporting mission‐critical trials by programming and operating ultra‐high‐precision
** Co‐ordinate Measurement Machines**, using the
** Quindos
* * programming language and a range of advanced metrology equipment.

Working within the
** Metrology Development team**, a
** Senior Metrology Engineer
** primarily programs
** CMMs
* * for critical components using
** Quindos
* * and producing accurate Work Instructions.

Additional tasks can include supporting new technology introduction, contributing to forward planning across metrology and inspection areas, and apprentice development.
** What Will You Be Doing?
**** As a Senior Metrology Engineer at AWE, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of diverse, mission-critical project/programmes. Depending on the role, your responsibilities may include:
*** Programming CMMs using the Quindos programming language.
* Measuring critical components using high precision CMMs and other metrology equipment.
* Managing their workload through the lab, including workflow planning and scheduling, Workload Tasking, Process sign-off and problem report management.
* Ensure equipment availability, co-ordinate maintenance and calibration.
* Ensure safe and secure operations in the Metrology laboratory.
* Manage personal 5S adherence in the laboratory.
** Who Are We Looking For?
**** Whilst not to be considered a check list, a Senior Metrology Engineer should be able to demonstrate some of the following:
*** Program CMMs and other metrology equipment using Quindos and software such as PC‐DMIS, applying Cartesian and 3D polar co‐ordinate systems.
* Run measurement programs for complex components, including program transfer and prove‐out for operational areas.
* Plan and manage workloads, ensuring timely completion of task reviews and resolution of problem reports.
* Support forward equipment planning across metrology and inspection areas, with a focus on Metrology Development.
* Maintain high laboratory standards through personal 5S activities.
** Work Hard, Be Rewarded:
** We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:
* ** 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.**
* ** Market…