Metrology Engineer

As a Metrology Engineer you will join our Bristol team to support our activities within the aerospace and defence sector.

You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy reliability and compliance of test and measurement equipment used within a highly regulated engineering environment. Working within test and instrumentation facilities you will support calibration activities measurement assurance and the maintenance of metrology standards across a variety of projects including military programmes.

• Location: Bristol
• On Site: Hybrid
• Clearance: Clearable
• Experience Level: Mid to Senior (5-15 years of experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform calibration and metrology activities on test and measurement equipment
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with applicable standards and procedures
• Support test environments through the verification maintenance and management of instrumentation
• Investigate measurement discrepancies and implement corrective actions where required
• Ensure traceability of measurements to national and international standards
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives related to calibration and metrology processes

Qualifications :

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in calibration and metrology engineering
• Strong understanding of measurement principles and uncertainty analysis
• Experience working with test equipment and instrumentation
• Knowledge of calibration processes for mechanical and/or electrical measurement systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work within highly regulated engineering environments

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent military experience.
• Between 4 and 10 years of experience in calibration metrology or test engineering
• Experience working with measurement systems and laboratory or test environments

Desirable Skills:

• Experience supporting aerospace defence automotive or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or related calibration standards
• Familiarity with military quality requirements and compliance processes
• Experience with automated test systems and data acquisition equipment

Additional Information :

Why join us

We bring together entrepreneurial tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN youll work on exciting projects supported by ongoing learning mentoring and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community including veterans reservists service leavers and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1