Senior Metrology Engineer

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Workplace nursery scheme

Midday finish on Fridays Enhanced family friendly policies

Wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme including health and finance

Onsite subsidised canteen

We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.

Your role:
The Senior Metrology Engineer acts as the technical lead for a defined manufacturing domain or process, providing expert support, coaching and escalation for Manufacturing Engineers and Operations teams. The domain specialises in the design, development and implementation of optimal measuring strategies and processes and resolving dimensional issues, optimising the quality and delivery of the production facility.

Key responsibilities:

Senior authority for metrology, dimensional control and measurement systems

Define and optimise measuring strategies (CMM, laser tracker, scanning, vision systems)
Own capability, accuracy and compliance of measurement systems

Approve inspection plans, MSA, gauge R&R, uncertainty analysis

Lead development and deployment of SPC strategies for measurement processes, including key characteristic monitoring and sampling plans

Resolve complex dimensional variation problems and lead metrology technology introduction

Lead CI projects to reduce dimensional defects and measurement cycle time Senior approver for dimensional deviations and concessions

What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or other related engineering field

Demonstrable experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in a regulated industry

Proficiency in CAD, CAM, and process simulation tools

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodologies

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Desirable:
Experience deploying APQP standards and tools

Experience mentoring or developing engineers

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Job Description Senior Metrology Engineer Pitstone, Bucks Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent Pension and bonus scheme
• 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)
• Dental