Metrology Engineer III

In performing their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to adhere to Albany's current values: Albany Wins Together, Count on Each Other, Own Your Actions, Care About Each Other, and Share Your Enthusiasm. Safety must always come first; we never compromise on safety for the sake of achieving another objective. Employees are also responsible for the health and safety of themselves and each other

Job Purpose:

The Metrology Engineer implements and maintains well-defined, documented, and controlled dimensional inspection processes for aerospace structures manufactured from advanced composite materials. This role is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to develop inspection programs using various forms of electronic inspection equipment. The engineer works collaboratively with operations, quality, tooling, and manufacturing engineering teams to support production and optimize processes. They apply theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to solve metrology-related production challenges.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop dimensional inspection programs and process documentation for composite parts and tooling (layup molds, trim/drill fixtures, assembly jigs)

• Interpret inspection requirements from engineering drawings to ensure compliance of inspection processes.

• Provide training to operations personnel on the use of inspection equipment and execution of inspection programs.

• Operate inspection equipment for process development, troubleshooting, and engineering requests (defect reworks/repairs, machine alignments, etc.)

• Promptly troubleshoot inspection process stoppages and equipment issues to minimize downtime.

• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities relating to safety, quality, and efficiency.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in Metrology or related discipline.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles per ASME Y14.5.
• Proficient in the use of electronic dimensional inspection equipment including gantry CMM, laser trackers, and arms (Hexagon preferred).
• Experience with CAD and inspection software (Catia V5, PC-DMIS, Polyworks, and Verisurf preferred).
• Must be able to communicate effectively with technicians, other engineers, and management on technical matters.
• Strong computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Prefer composite production experience.