Senior Metrologist

Industrial Inspection & Analysis

$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 5+ years of experience in inspection of high-precision aerospace, medical, or automotive components.
  • Advanced proficiency in CMM operation and programming (PC-DMIS, Calypso).
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and complex engineering drawings interpretation.
  • Hands-on experience with various metrology equipment including optical comparators and vision systems.
  • Effective communication skills for interfacing with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct dimensional inspections using advanced metrology equipment.
  • Program and operate CMMs with PC-DMIS and Calypso software.
  • Perform First Article Inspections, Gage R&R, and capability studies.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T standards accurately.
  • Maintain inspection documentation and calibration records.
  • Conduct source inspections and on-site inspections as required.
  • Mentor and train junior metrology staff.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with Mental Health coverage.
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident plans.
  • Employer-covered Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Full Job Description
Industrial Inspection & Analysis has a rare opportunity in our A2LA accredited Metrology Lab in Minnetonka, MN for a Senior Metrologist to join our team.

Position Summary

The Senior Metrologist will perform and oversee dimensional inspections using advanced metrology equipment including CMMs, Optical CMMs, and hand tools. This role ensures compliance with industry standards and customer specifications, supports continuous improvement, and mentors junior staff. Our Metrology lab is a fast-paced environment, requiring the Senior Metrologist to use creativity to solve complex problems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct dimensional inspections using touch probe and optical CMMs, comparators, and hand tools.
  • Program and operate CMMs using PC-DMIS and Calypso software.
  • Perform First Article Inspections (FAI), Gage R&R, and capability studies.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and ISO standards.
  • Maintain accurate inspection documentation and calibration records.
  • Perform source inspections and on-site inspections as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with A2LA and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
  • Maintain a clean and organized lab environment.
  • Train and mentor junior metrology staff.


Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with inspection of high-precision components in aerospace, medical, or automotive components
  • Advanced proficiency in dimensional metrology, including operation and programming of CMMs (PC-DMIS, Calypso, or both)
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings
  • Hands-on experience with a wide range of metrology equipment, optical comparators, vision systems, CMMs, and surface profilometers
  • Communication skills with the ability to interface with inspectors, quality, and customers.


Benefits we Offer

  • Medical (w/Mental Health coverage), Dental, Vision insurance
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident plans
  • Employer covered Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability plans
  • EAP
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays


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