Metrology Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-11-05



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

P&W Asheville Quality is looking for a Metrology Engineer with CMM Programming experience, to provide Inspection Solutions for the Module Center. Asheville manufactures Blades and Vanes for multiple commercial and military engine programs. Our team is often called on for their expertise in programming,

• What You Will Do:
  CMM installations, metrology solutions, and system networking related to CMM. Occasional work related to other PW locations worldwide may be requested.
• Programming CMMs, writing analysis scripts for CMM and non-contact inspection devices, especially for closed-loop machining environments.
• Occasional direct measurements of artifacts/parts in the Metrology Lab.
• Development of production-ready solutions using newer sensor technology on complex geometries.
• Ensure product and process compliance by providing CMM Inspection solutions per our quality systems and requirements.
• Integration of automated measurement & test equipment with highly automated manufacturing cell and information systems
• Foster and maintain a cooperative relationship with Module Center departments in including other Quality and Manufacturing personnel.
• Support day to day Module Center deliverables and initiatives related to CMM inspection.
• Drive product and process improvements that ensure Module Center’s quality metric goals are met.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and 5 + years of CMM programming experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience
• We will consider applicants who have 9+ years of related experience in lieu of holding a degree.
• Technical Knowledge of CMM Programming software (e.g. PC-DMIS, Camio, Modus, CMM Manager, Zeiss Inspect)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• US citizenship is required due to government contracts.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Quality, Manufacturing and/or Engineering with a minimum of 3 years in the aerospace industry
• Aerospace industry experience
• Specific skills include a mix of : MODUS, PC-DMIS and/or CALYPSO CMM language, analysis software such as GOM, POLYWORKS and/or GEOMAGIC, and other helpful software such as PYTHON, R-STUDIO, MINITAB, NX.
• Familiarity with REVO Multi-sensor technologies is a big plus.
• Knowledge of GD&T per ASMEY14.5, calibration systems per ANSIZ540.3, airfoil geometry
• Measurement system evaluation (gage R&R, methodology review, correlation studies, etc) in support of Manufacturing Readiness Levels, PPAP, and Process Control
• Must be comfortable working in a shop environment and presenting in technical meetings.
• Expect occasional travel, especially to benchmark and work with other PW Sites, up to 10%

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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