Metrology Engineer bei ALTEN

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ALTEN UK is currently looking for a Metrologist to join our engineering team, supporting advanced aerospace and defence projects.

You will provide specialist expertise in measurement science, ensuring dimensional compliance of precision components, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and APQP processes, and driving Zero Defects through advanced measurement techniques and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform high-accuracy dimensional measurement of aerospace components (e.g., turbine blades, discs, casings) using CMMs, laser trackers, optical systems, and surface measurement equipment.
• Develop, validate, and maintain measurement programs (PC-DMIS, Calypso, MODUS, or equivalent).
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to ensure compliance with AS9100 and OEM standards.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gauge R&R, and uncertainty studies.
• Support root cause investigations, FAIR sentencing, and concessions with accurate dimensional data.
• Define measurement strategies during NPI, PPAP, and APQP phases.
• Develop standardised work instructions and training materials for metrology.
• Contribute to digital transformation (automation of data extraction, integration with dashboards).
• Provide metrology support to cross-functional teams, suppliers, and audits.

Ideal Skills:

• Experience in dimensional metrology within aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, ISO 1101, and aerospace quality systems (AS9100, ISO17025).
• Demonstrated experience with MSA, R&R studies, and uncertainty evaluation.

Desirable:

• Experience with turbine component metrology (blades, vanes, discs, casings).
• Knowledge of advanced technologies such as GOM/ATOS scanning, GelSight, or CT scanning.
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt or Lean Manufacturing training.
• Familiarity with SPC tools, Power BI, and data visualisation systems.

Why join us? 

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. 

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. 

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. 

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. 

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! 

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)