Manager, Metrology (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-01-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

We’re on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Metrology Engineering Manager to join our team in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the aerospace industry, and we need a leader who shares our passion for precision, quality, and technological excellence.

As the Metrology Engineering Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the test equipment, measurement tools, and coordinate-measuring machines (CMMs) that support the production of high-quality aerospace assemblies. You will oversee a diverse team of salaried and hourly team members, working collaboratively across our Windsor Locks campus to maintain the highest standards of measurement and calibration.

What You Will Do

• Foster a diverse culture of engaged and committed employees.
• Support site Quality Management System in accordance with current quality standards.
• Work cross functionally resolving measurement system/equipment/rig problems with product quality, design engineering, and manufacturing engineering, impacting operations and customers.
• Develop, design, and support systems, processes, methods and procedures for calibrating Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE).
• Provide technical support to Metrology lab technicians.
• Create, revise instrumentation specifications.
• Analyze and research calibration standards and processes.
• Develop training plans and materials.
• Support, grow, and mentor team of metrology engineers and technicians.

What You Will Learn

• Gain hands-on experience in managing and supporting QMS processes, ensuring all activities align with current quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Enhance your problem-solving skills by working with cross-functional teams—product quality, design engineering, and manufacturing engineering—to resolve complex measurement system issues impacting operations and customer satisfaction.
• Refine your leadership and coaching skills, helping your team thrive while driving the company’s success.

Qualifications You Must Have

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience using Aerospace drawings, specifications and manufacturing processes
• Experience in design and development of calibration equipment to support testing rigs
• Experience with ISO 17025, ISO 10012, ANSI Z540, Col-Pro-0021
• Experience with IndySoft Metrology software
• Experience with Dimensional Layout, CMM Operation, Gas Flow, Fluid Flow, Pressure, Vacuum, Torque, Temperature, Load/Force, Environmental effects and requirements for calibration, Light calibration, Vibration, Electronics, Adequacy of Measurement Standards, Understanding of Evaluation of Calibration Intervals.
• Prior supervisory experience leading teams of quality engineering professionals

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Student Loan Repayment Program  
• Life insurance and disability coverage  
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, ad