Consultant Measurement Engineer

Boeing Boeing · Aerospace · Berkeley, MO

Boeing is seeking a Consultant Measurement Engineer to provide technical leadership in measurement and metrology capabilities for aerospace manufacturing. The role involves defining requirements, leading development and integration of new measurement systems, evaluating emerging technologies, and performing analysis for tools, materials, and processes. The position requires expertise in 3D measurement principles, automation, and analytics, with a focus on ensuring quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

What you'd actually do

  1. Define and approve requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes used in design, manufacture, and maintenance.
  2. Produce and maintain engineering specifications, deployment documents, and other technical documentation.
  3. Lead development, qualification, and integration of new tools, equipment, materials, parts, processes, and production/computer systems to meet user, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
  4. Evaluate emerging technologies for potential application, transition promising solutions into operational environments.
  5. Plan and manage test, audit, and qualification programs; perform routine and complex tests and audits to verify compliance.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor, Master or Doctor of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
  • 5+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • deep understanding of 3D Measurement principles
  • proven leadership experience

Nice to have

  • Experience in aviation/aerospace, including manufacturing or assembly of aircraft.
  • Hands-on experience with portable and fixed 3D measurement systems (e.g., laser tracker, photogrammetry, laser scanner/LIDAR, structured light, CMMs, laser alignment, portable measurement tools).
  • Strong metrology and measurement analysis background, including measurement uncertainty calculations and traceability.
  • Experience with scripting and automation in common COTS 3D measurement post processing software.
  • Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and applying GD&T to measurement/inspection analysis.
  • 3D modeling experience (CAD) and familiarity with 3D geometry, linear algebra, numerical methods, statistics, and computational geometry.
  • Programming and software familiarity (e.g., Python, C++, C#, MATLAB, LabVIEW) for automation, data processing, and analysis.
  • Experience in a leadership position in the measurement/metrology field.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and across geographic locations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong time-management abilities to manage multiple concurrent projects.

What the JD emphasized

  • advanced and automated analysis techniques to define performance criteria of measurement systems will be required