Metrology Technician

Metrology Technician

HQ Aero is currently recruiting for a Metrology Technician in Triadelpha, WV. This position will inspect, measure, and report on tooling, parts, and assemblies used in high performance aerospace, space, and defense applications using standard measuring instruments along with Faro Arms and laser trackers to ensure compliance with customer specifications.

• Reads, interprets, and inspects drawings, models, and process specifications following company procedures and customer requirements.
• Performs inspections on tooling products, production parts, and machines, utilizing Portable Coordinate Measurement Systems, such as laser trackers, Faro Arms, and/or other precision measuring equipment. Performs spot checks, in-process inspections, first part buyoffs, and final inspections.
• Ensures accurate calibration, verification of company and employee tools by calibrating tools, sending tools for outside calibration, and reporting non-confirming tooling to management.
• Generates inspection reports utilizing Verisurf software.
• Organizes, files, and maintains inspection documents and data.
• Measures aerospace molds, parts, and assemblies to 3D generated models, drawings and provided specifications.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.
• Able to read, interpret and inspect to drawings, 3-D generated models, procedures, and process specifications with the ability to articulate findings.
• Proficient in the use of basic measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and other standard measuring and inspection equipment.
• Proficient in the use of advanced metrology equipment such as Faro Arms, Laser Trackers, and Laser Scanners.
• Problem solving and analytical skills for root-cause analysis and troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge of 3D inspection and procedures.
• Must be available to work overtime and weeks as business requires.
• Proficient in Verisurf software and use of Faro measuring equipment preferred.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant. The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.