Precision / Metrology Engineer

We have an opening for a Mechanical/Precision or Metrology Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Development Group. You will apply precision engineering principles to contribute to and/or lead projects supporting stockpile stewardship programs. These efforts will include the planning and execution of strategies for quantifying the uncertainty of new and existing technologies ranging from additive manufacturing to dimensional metrology. You will become familiar with the ongoing priorities of the programs being supported to assist in developing proposals for future technology development that aids in the success of program objectives. Projects may involve requirements that are beyond commercially available capabilities and solutions may require modifications to commercial tools or development of advanced tools, sensors, and fabrication methods. When available technology is inadequate to meet current or future program needs, forward thinking will be essential for envisioning directions for technology development. This position is in the Material Engineering Division (MED), within the Engineering Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will 

• Provide engineering solutions for the characterization and inspection processes used in the fabrication of components, including tooling design, procedure development, and uncertainty analysis.
• Perform inspection operations of limited complexity and interpret specifications and mechanical drawings.
• Perform engineering calculations to support design, fabrication, and/or metrology operations.
• Analyze and interpret metrology data and the methods used to collect it.
• Work independently under general direction and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Present technical approaches, project plans, and documentation to peers and program managers.
• Design and implement hardware of limited complexity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.2 level

• Solve moderately complex to complex technical issues related to metrology and manufacturing operations.
• Utilize rigorous error budgets, kinematic (exact) constraint, and other precision engineering principles to qualify processes, provide quantified design enhancements as needed to meet capability requirements, and oversee the fabrication and implementation of these designs.
• Develop and present research and development proposals.
• Plan and execute on strategies to quantify the performance of new and existing manufacturing and metrology technologies while working under limited direction.