Portable Metrology Technologist, Principal

Job Description
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BAE Systems is seeking a Portable Metrology Engineering Technologist, Principal level, to support at its Elgin, Oklahoma site with frequent travel to the Anniston, Alabama site. In this role, the Principal Portable Metrology Engineering Technologist will work under the direction of the Quality Manager conducting laser inspection and dimensional report generation primarily for fixtures and combat vehicle structures in support of various military programs (i.e. AMPV, M88, Bradley, ACV, M109A7, M992A3 and etc.).

Duties include:
• Generating detailed reports of data for Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality;
• Conducting laser inspections of new design installations for integration into manufacturing;
• Performing inspection tasks for new designs and design changes with laser data;
• Interfacing with Design Engineering, Program Management, Quality, and Manufacturing to address product issues;
• Creating and delivering quality inspection plans and reports that provide data to Manufacturing and customers;
• Reviewing laser data and developing preventative action plans;
• Retrieving quality data and communicating results and statuses to internal and external customers;
• Developing corrective action plans as necessary.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree and six years of related experience, or an Associates and eight years of related experience, or the overall equivalent;
• Must have a comprehensive understanding and the ability to apply quality assurance principles, theories, and concepts in the field;
• Solid working knowledge of GD&T to complete inspections and necessary interfacing with Design and Manufacturing to resolve complex problems;
• Experience working with FARO Edge ARMS and Laser Tracking machines strongly preferred, however candidates familiar with these instruments &/or have experience working with similar tools will be considered;
• Experience working with software that interfaces with portable metrology equipment. Strong preference with working knowledge of Polyworks, but will also consider experience with other software packages;
• Skilled in providing consistent, technical solutions to a wide range of problems and issues;
• Ability to seek out and present alternative, imaginative solutions to more challenging problems;
• Able to support travel of up to 25%.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• GD&T ASME Y14.5 certified

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $94728 - $161038

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.