METROLOGY TECHNICIAN A

Job Summary Applies basic to advanced technical skills and knowledge to operate Metrology equipment to perform inspection, data gathering, reverse engineering and data analysis functions on tools and parts and components for operational aircraft applications. Performs any of the detailed work operations required to be completed in these areas. Essential Functions Key Responsibilities Performs tasks that are moderately complex to complex requiring some skill, experience and judgment to complete. Determines plans and actions from standard procedural alternatives. Performs the required programming, preparation, setup and operation of Metrology equipment such as measurement arms and laser scanners/radars that is varied and moderately complex to complex in scope. The level of work requires experience and sound judgment. Reads and interprets engineering drawings and tools designs which allow for the inspection of fabricated parts and manufactured tooling. Utilizes Metrology equipment software application packages to collect two (2) and three (3) dimensional data of actual parts and tools for inspection, analysis comparison or reverse engineering. Inspects new and reworked tools using Metrology equipment for tool buy-off purposes calibration and/or benchmarking purposes. Maintains proper documentation for inspections, calibrations and part sampling. Maintain, troubleshoot and repair of Metrology equipment, conducts calibrations on Metrology equipment. Coordinates with tooling and other departments to assure scheduling of work will support production schedules and to provide adequate notice when schedules are revised. Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.