Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Job Description

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The Boeing Company is seeking a Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineer to join the Boeing Test & Evaluation team, working in the Metrology and Test Equipment Services (MATES) group in El Segundo, CA . This opportunity will also involve working with local and enterprise MATES personnel to support Metrology operations in the Boeing Enterprise.

The successful candidate will join a geographically dispersed and multidisciplinary metrology engineering team that is responsible for developing and supporting measurement solutions in support of advanced manufacturing, product production, research and development and test & evaluation activities. This job is primarily to support the metrology engineering teams and the associated calibration labs within MATES. This role requires coordination with people in various time zones across the US and with all Boeing business units, including BCA, BDS, ET&T primarily. Traditional Engineering skills will be used to improve the development and deployment of engineering processing, software and tools, mathematical models, and the general aggregation and dissemination of enterprise-wide measurement solutions to support all of Boeing.

Metrology And Test Equipment Services (MATES) provides a full spectrum of test asset and metrology services and support for internal customers and products through all phases of the product lifecycle. Services include : calibration / certification of mechanical / physical, dimensional / optics, electrical and RF measurement equipment and test assets, sourcing management, measurement solutions, repair & maintenance, test asset selection and use, acquisition, allocation, resource and lifecycle management, and specialized test services.

MATES is comprised of engineers, technicians and administrative personnel who support programs, sites, business units and external / government customers by providing best value test asset management and metrology services through all phases of the product lifecycle.

Travel between the El Segundo and Huntington Beach sites will be required.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate and Mid-Level Metrology Test & Evaluation Engineers.

Position Responsibilities :

Apply core Metrology Engineering concepts such as : uncertainty analysis, reliability analysis, interval analysis, new measurement techniques, and specification interpretation

Contributes to the engineering team in research, design, development, improvement, and implementation of processes to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of existing calibration solutions.

Coach and mentor junior engineers in their development

Assists in developing models, databases, and spreadsheets to analyze calibration data and provides summary statistical analysis and metrics for consultation within Metrology and to the business partners. (e.g., engineering management, production / test operations, suppliers).

Works with asset management specialists to consider the entire lifecycle of an asset population and the use case for given make / models of Measurement & Test Equipment in order to maximize the replacement time versus maintenance costs timeline

Defines work statements for new programs and support EPI (Early Program Involvement) for developing programs and technologies.

Provides general project supervision and defines, negotiates, and controls the scope, cost, and timing of projects, including performance of risk analysis using project management tools (e.g., work break-down structure, precedence network, and resource allocation)

Provides support to project completion in coordination with the project managers and leadership team

Engage with Business Partners (Customers) & MATES technical communities to understand measurement requirements and develop and implement calibration processes and procedures

Design / develop calibration system / test fixtures, data processing tools, and algorithms

Utilizes engineering methods (e.g., mathematical models, simulation, statistics) to support the development of optimal measurement solutions

Support maintenance of reference standards traceability, calibration procedures and software

Support AS9100 compliance, knowledge sharing and sustainment

Support of Boeing Safety & Quality systems initiatives

Support Metrology process knowledge sharing, both within the organization and with the business partners

Use established Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) method and techniques to apply lessons learned to the improvement of test procedures / methodologies

Develop project plans using the principles of project management and performance goals

Provide general project supervision and define, negotiate, and control the scope, cost, and timing of projects, including performance of risk analysis using project management tools (e.g., work break-down structure, precedence network, and resource allocation)

Gather and analyze requirements for measurement and test equipment calibration

Evaluate and prepare Metrology lab M&TE procurement justification packages

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

1+ years of experience in metrology, and / or calibration / certification, and / or instrumentation

1+ years of experience developing and executing test procedures

1+ years of experience performing statistical analysis

1+ years of experience in project management

1+ years of experience using any of the following Measurement & Test Equipment (M&TE) : electrical : DC, Low Frequency & RF

Experience with calibration and maintenance of Metrology lab M&TE

Experience communicating with customers in a clear and concise manner about technical details of a calibration process

Experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft office applications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Level 3 : 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience with electrical, microwave, and / or RF calibrations

Familiarity with torque, pressure, force, mass, temperature, humidity, electrical / RF parameters.

Prior experience with use of an automated calibration recall system

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift :

This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Pay & Benefits :

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range for Associate level (Level 2) : $89,250 – $120,750

Summary Pay Range for Mid-level (Level 3) :  $105,400 – $142,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 10, 2025

Export Control Requirements : This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details : US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and / or final U.S. Top Secret / SCI Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military / veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.