Metrology Manager

Metrology Manager - Whitesboro, NY

Scope: Lead company-wide efforts to develop, implement and standardize inspection technologies/equipment/methods that ensure all customer requirements are met while minimizing cycle times

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering, required.
• Minimum 7 year of CMM Programming and/or Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Minimum 7 year of experience Offline Programming with one or more of the following, and the ability to learn the rest: PCDMIS, Quindos, Calypso
• Exceptional knowledge of multiple CMM types, software and inspection techniques
• Expertise in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Expertise in aerospace metrology methods, in particular CMM inspection

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• To support and lead all projects undertaken by the Engineering team in a CMM Programming and methodology capacity.
• Manage Metrology department to continuously improve Pursuit’s inspection processes.
• Evaluate new inspection technologies as they develop and present findings and recommendations to Senior leadership.
• This individual must be a motivated, self-starter that can learn on the fly and take ownership of their tasks

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Extensive knowledge, skills and abilities in CMM programming language using Hexagon PC-DMIS and/or QUINDOS, as well as CAD/CAM software. 
• Ability to apply higher mathematics and competent in complex trigonometry.
• Effective problem-solving skills for job related issues and root cause corrective action.
• Ability to meet Pursuit’s job requirements and customer requirements
• Ability to follow Pursuit’s quality system requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills and abilities, maintaining professional interaction with coworkers and any other representatives external or otherwise required
• Ability to act and think analytically with exceptional attention to detail.
• Read, write and communicate in English effectively.
• Ability to correctly read and interpret technical data in accordance with ANSI Y 14.5M.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques with ability to design robust process to eliminate waste required.
• Experience with Quindos and/or Calypso is a plus

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: 

(Essential tasks or functions that are fundamental to the job)

Tasks related to CMM Programming

• Possess the ability to affectively create complex CMM programs for a variety of CMM’s, stationary or Rotary Table use. 
• Create CMM reports that account for all applicable features based on drawings. 
• Perform Machine Setups and Trials for Development Projects as necessary.
• Create Process Sheets that clearly define Process Procedures as necessary.
• Must have shop floor experience and intimate knowledge of CMM capability and functionality.
• To provide support to machine operators and training to CMM programmers as necessary.
• To identify improvement opportunities in CMM programming.
• Possess ability to effectively understand and/or modify Pursuit created macro programs
• Work with Outside Service providers as needed to support Business Unit needs 

Tasks related to Manufacturing Engineering

• Analyze and document current manufacturing/measurement methods
• To clearly understand the manufacturing/ measurement processes used for all Pursuit products
• Present solutions/recommendations to Business Units for capital equipment purchases
• Investigate current and developing technologies for improvements in future Pursuit manufacturing/measurement methods
• Audit manufacturing/measurement methods & equipment to ensure global alignment between business units
• Manage capital equipment purchases by providing cost models for negotiations, preparing ROI’s and CAPEX, and further more managing the suppliers throughout the complete cycle from machine quotations to machine installations
• Communicate with suppliers in a manner that helps achieve Pursuit needs
• Develop presentations and/or documentation to allow for clear understanding of projects to Pursuit colleagues

Miscellaneous Tasks

• Attend Trade/Tool shows to keep up to date with current/future technologies
• Attend job specific training to improve/enhance capabilities

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and geographic location. Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.