Senior Metrology Engineer

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., 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

• 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

• Experience deploying APQP standards and tools
• Experience mentoring or developing engineers

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 and BUPA cover
• nursery scheme
• 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.

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.