Metrology Quality Engineer
Dorchester (On-site)
£40,000–£48,000 DOE
Are you experienced in CMM programming and precision metrology within high-spec manufacturing environments? A leading advanced composites manufacturer is seeking a Metrology Quality Engineer to join their established quality function, supporting the inspection and verification of large, complex composite structures used in aerospace, defence, and marine applications.
Working as part of a specialist quality and engineering team, you will play a key role in ensuring dimensional accuracy and compliance across highly regulated production programmes. This is a hands-on role combining advanced metrology, data analysis, and problem-solving, working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure product integrity from build through to final inspection.
What you'll be doing
Developing, maintaining, and optimising CMM inspection programs using PolyWorks
Carrying out dimensional inspection of complex components and large composite assemblies
Using CMM systems and portable metrology equipment, including laser trackers, for measurement and alignment of large parts
Interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements
Analysing inspection data and producing detailed technical reports
Leading and supporting MSA studies, including Gauge R&R analysis
Investigating non-conformances and supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions
Working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve process capability and reduce variation
Supporting calibration, verification, and maintenance of metrology equipment
Ensuring compliance with AS9100 quality management system requirements
Supporting FAIR / AS9102 first article inspection activities
What you'll bring
Minimum 3+ years' experience in CMM programming within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T
Experience using PolyWorks software for inspection programming and analysis
Experience with MSA techniques and Gauge R&R studies
Hands-on experience with portable metrology systems and laser trackers
Strong understanding of dimensional inspection and quality engineering principles
Ability to interpret complex CAD models and engineering drawings
Desirable experience
Experience working within an AS9100 aerospace or defence environment
Background in aerospace, defence, marine, or advanced composites manufacturing
Experience with: FAIR/AS9102 first article inspections, root cause analysis methodologies & CAPA systems
Benefits
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Personal days to support work-life balance
Private medical insurance
Dental cover
Early finish every Friday
Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Christmas shutdown in addition to annual leave entitlement
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly specialised engineering environment, working with advanced composite technologies and industry-leading customers. The role offers strong technical development and the chance to work on complex, large-scale engineering programmes within a highly regulated sector.
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