Metrology Technician

Metrology Technician
Metrology Technician II
Huntsville, AL

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Metrology Technician who independently determines and performs operations required to calibrate and certify physical/mechanical Measuring & Test Equipment (M&TE), maintaining traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), or by reference to fundamental constants of nature. These calibrations may include, but are not limited to, the following disciplines: electrical, dimensional, thermodynamic, mass, force, pressure, and torque - in both a field and laboratory environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems, in consideration of accuracy and precision requirements.
• Identify magnitude of error sources contributing to uncertainty of results to determine reliability of measurement process in quantitative terms.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in complex M&TE using theories of operation, block diagrams, schematics, logic trees, and software diagnostics to the component level.
• Provide training to other technicians on metrology principles, resolving technical problems, and complicated measurement theory.
• Inspect measuring and test equipment for preventive maintenance, cleanliness, and safety requirements, analyze and interpret results of measurements and calibrations using mathematical formulas, and document results of measurements and calibrations on calibration certificates and calibration correction charts.
• Other duties include creating calibration procedures, selecting suitable substitution of standard M&TE, and entering documentation into computer systems.
• This individual shall perform any and all duties assigned by the Laboratory Manager, within their scope of knowledge, in the performance of the contract.
• Significant standing, lifting, and otherwise handling measuring and test equipment.
• Experience in the disciplines of Torque, Dimensional, Force, Flow, Pressure, and other Physical or Mechanical disciplines preferred.
• Extensive Excel skills will be needed, along with general computer, email, and interpersonal skills for communication with other engineers, technicians, and calibration customers.
• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician preferred.
  

Education andExperience:

• This position requires an associate degree in Metrology, Electronics.
• In lieu of an associate degree, quality or equivalent technical training (Military or Civilian) and 5-7 years minimum experience in metrology or a related field, or any equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Laboratory or customer environment (Marshall Space Flight Center)

* Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Applicants selected for positions requiring a Security Clearance will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Valid US State Driver's License to operate Government Owned Vehicles.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.

CJ