Posted May 28, 2026
Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager
Safran
Walton, KY, United States
Full Time
Reference: Safran_167117
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Instrumentation
Job title
Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Manage and take overall responsibility for metrological and calibration (FAC04) needs for site manufacturing which includes but is not limited to:
Management of Metrology Technicians to ensure, efficient usage of time and resources, and compliance with all standards.
Be the process focal for calibration standards including the following local and corporate reporting:
Ensuring the site is adhering to all company standards.
KPI data collection and reporting.
Lead metrology team during all audits to prove standards are being met.
Act as liaison between local manufacturing facilities and parent company directives, etc.
• Instruments:
Ensure that all instruments are calibrated to appropriate standards, such as NIST.
Ensure that all instruments on shop floor are re-calibrated prior to calibration expiration date.
Responsible for critical instruments and some HSE instruments:
Noncritical instruments (for reference only).
Close coordination with maintenance and HSE teams.
• Ensure purchase orders and associated purchasing requisitions, related to metrology, are issued within a reasonable amount of time to ensure in-use instruments do not expire while in-use.
• Anomaly Sheets (out of tolerance or suspect/damaged instruments):
Ensure anomalies are immediately addressed when identified.
Manage proper and limited use of.
When needed, ensure issuance and approval prior to expiration of the currently calibrated instruments.
Track status to ensure anomalies are processed in a timely manner, with no impact on production.
Pareto reoccurring issues and manage associated action plan to reduce.
Identify more frequently occurring anomalies and develop action plans to reduce:
• Ensure Metrology Techs conduct metrological needs per standard industrial safety practices.
• Ensure the site maintains optimum number of spare instruments and that they are available when needed.
• Monitor all devises for obsolescence and propose new technologies / instruments that decrease out-of-tolerance frequencies and improve measurement accuracy, precision and calibration reliability.
• Perform other related duties as required
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As an HSE Coordinator, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
What we offer:
• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites
Work Culture:
At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.
Join Safran Landing Systems, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."
Candidate skills & requirements
Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 859-817-2910. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Skills & requirements:
• Significant experience with metrological needs within a manufacturing environment, with specific knowledge of process instruments.
• In depth knowledge of measurement instruments and associated calibration practices (calipers, micrometers, functional gauges, CMMS, flow meters, pressure meters, temperature measurement devises, humidity measurement devises, conductivity measurement devises, etc.).
• Knowledge of technical process standards, drawings and technology of process and dimensional devices.
• 3rd Party certification in area of calibration and/or metrology preferred.
• Green Belt certification or experience preferred; Required to be GB certified within 3 years of being hired.
Annual salary
TBD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton
City (-ies)
WALTON
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Associate Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Instrumentation
Job title
Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Metrology Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Manage and take overall responsibility for metrological and calibration (FAC04) needs for site manufacturing which includes but is not limited to:
Management of Metrology Technicians to ensure, efficient usage of time and resources, and compliance with all standards.
Be the process focal for calibration standards including the following local and corporate reporting:
Ensuring the site is adhering to all company standards.
KPI data collection and reporting.
Lead metrology team during all audits to prove standards are being met.
Act as liaison between local manufacturing facilities and parent company directives, etc.
• Instruments:
Ensure that all instruments are calibrated to appropriate standards, such as NIST.
Ensure that all instruments on shop floor are re-calibrated prior to calibration expiration date.
Responsible for critical instruments and some HSE instruments:
Noncritical instruments (for reference only).
Close coordination with maintenance and HSE teams.
• Ensure purchase orders and associated purchasing requisitions, related to metrology, are issued within a reasonable amount of time to ensure in-use instruments do not expire while in-use.
• Anomaly Sheets (out of tolerance or suspect/damaged instruments):
Ensure anomalies are immediately addressed when identified.
Manage proper and limited use of.
When needed, ensure issuance and approval prior to expiration of the currently calibrated instruments.
Track status to ensure anomalies are processed in a timely manner, with no impact on production.
Pareto reoccurring issues and manage associated action plan to reduce.
Identify more frequently occurring anomalies and develop action plans to reduce:
• Ensure Metrology Techs conduct metrological needs per standard industrial safety practices.
• Ensure the site maintains optimum number of spare instruments and that they are available when needed.
• Monitor all devises for obsolescence and propose new technologies / instruments that decrease out-of-tolerance frequencies and improve measurement accuracy, precision and calibration reliability.
• Perform other related duties as required
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As an HSE Coordinator, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
What we offer:
• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites
Work Culture:
At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.
Join Safran Landing Systems, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."
Candidate skills & requirements
Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 859-817-2910. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Skills & requirements:
• Significant experience with metrological needs within a manufacturing environment, with specific knowledge of process instruments.
• In depth knowledge of measurement instruments and associated calibration practices (calipers, micrometers, functional gauges, CMMS, flow meters, pressure meters, temperature measurement devises, humidity measurement devises, conductivity measurement devises, etc.).
• Knowledge of technical process standards, drawings and technology of process and dimensional devices.
• 3rd Party certification in area of calibration and/or metrology preferred.
• Green Belt certification or experience preferred; Required to be GB certified within 3 years of being hired.
Annual salary
TBD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton
City (-ies)
WALTON
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Associate Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
