Senior Metrology Engineer

Senior Metrology Engineer Title:

Senior Metrology Engineer Summary:

The Senior Metrology Engineer will serve as a technical expert in advanced surface‑characterization methods, responsible for developing, operating, and interpreting measurements from a suite of high‑precision analytical tools. This role supports materials development, process optimization, and fundamental surface‑science research across multiple programs.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and develop measurement protocols for XPS, SEM, AFM, Auger spectroscopy, LEED, and RHEED and others.
• Design and execute detailed surface analysis experiments to characterize materials, coatings, interfaces, and thin films.
• Analyze complex data sets and apply advanced quantitative methods to extract meaningful physical and chemical insights.
• Interpret results with a deep understanding of surface science, surface chemistry, and materials science principles.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues, coordinate maintenance, and ensure high measurement quality and repeatability.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to influence across engineering and collaborate with cross functional teams in R D, product development, and manufacturing to support material investigations and root cause analysis.
• Document methods, results, and interpretations clearly for internal stakeholders and external partners when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of analytical workflows, data analysis pipelines, and experimental methodology.
• Define calibration standards, metrology capability roadmaps, and long-term measurement system improvement plans.
• Evaluate, select, and qualify new metrology equipment, technologies, and software systems.

Qualifications:

• PhD in a related field (such as Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a similar discipline), or MS degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or BS degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Hands on proficiency with XPS, SEM, AFM, Auger spectroscopy, SEM, UPS, and

LEED/RHEED.

• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and advanced interpretation of surface analysis results.
• Knowledge of surface science, surface chemistry, or materials science.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other high precision, regulated industries.
• Background in automated inspection systems, robotic metrology, or digital thread/Model-Based Definition environments.
• Experience leading metrology capability development or technology road mapping.
• Lean/continuous improvement certification (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt or higher). #LI-SB1 Why Roanoke, Virginia?
• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
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Rate:

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Roanoke, US-VA Type:

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Finance Recruiter:

Elbit America, Inc.

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Reference:

1311_ESA_6152

Posted:

2026-04-02 08:12:12

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