Job Title: Metrology Engineer

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Summary:
The Metrology Engineer is responsible for engineering verification of calibration procedures/techniques used to verify dimensional, physical/mechanical and electronic standards and test equipment at NSWC Dahlgren's Calibration Laboratory. The engineer also interprets system requirements and adopts existing standards and facilities to new calibration requirements. The individual provides technical and administrative guidance in the preparation of a variety of metrology directives, including Instrument Calibration Procedures (ICP), Metrology Engineering Reports, Quality Manual, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Engineer will also be required to calibrate general equipment from time to time to assist with workload and to keep skills sharp.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential functions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. This list of essential functions is not intended to reflect every duty that may be performed within the job.

Conduct engineering investigations/evaluations, calculations, and preparing final designs of measurement systems necessary to: Prepare/Document new calibration/measurement procedures for RDT&E precision measurement equipment Correct deficiencies in existing calibration procedures Create new and unique measurement systems for NSWC Dahlgren Correct deficiencies in existing test and measurement systems (TAMS) Prepare uncertainty budgets to properly account for calibration and testing error sources Communicate and coordinate with personnel at NAVAIR, NAVSEA, commercial calibration labs, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for the following purposes: Maintaining and improving calibration lab capabilities Supporting Navy measurement assurance programs Provide metrology technical advice, engineering services and calibration support to the NSWCs Develop computer programs to automate calibration calculations and measurements Document computer hardware and software configurations in accordance with ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2005
Non - Essential Duties:

Other duties as assigned


Required Skills

Qualifications - Experience, Education and Licensure:

Required:

All of the following: BS degree in a related field (Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering) Preferably have hands on experience in the field of metrology and calibration and/or experience in naval precision measuring equipment.

Preferred:

ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2005 accreditation experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong written and oral communication skills Knowledge of the Navy Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Program Familiarity with Metrology and Calibration Programs in an operation of similar size/complexity Detail oriented and quick learning skills.
Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift moderately light items up to 35 pounds. Near visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; manual dexterity to operate a telephone and keyboard; lift horizontally and vertically. Assignment may require travel and work assignments at other locations. Travel may be of durations of a week or more and require air travel.

Working Conditions:

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system.

Additional Qualifying Factors:

Clearance Requirement:

Secret
Additional Qualifying Factors:

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results. May be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Must have or be eligible for security clearances.


Native preference applies

The Tatitlek Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or any other status protected by law

Job Location
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular