Metrology Program Technical Specialist

About the role

The Metrology Program Technical Specialist will support the Weapon Technologies and Engineering (WTE) Program, under the auspices of the Strategic Deterrence (SD) Principal Associate Directorate (PAD).

Responsibilities

• Perform technical receipt inspections of weapon-related measuring and test equipment (WM&TE) using established acceptance criteria to verify equipment condition upon receipt, identify visible damage, defects, missing components, and other discrepancies, and document required follow-up actions in accordance with program procedures.
• Review equipment records and supporting technical documentation, including calibration certificates and receipt paperwork, to confirm completeness, accuracy, and traceability to program requirements.
• Evaluate inspection findings using established procedures and independent judgment to determine whether equipment meets receipt requirements or requires additional review, correction, or disposition.
• Maintain and update M&TE database records, track equipment status, monitor items in CSL Hold, and ensure inspection documentation is complete, accurate, and traceable to program requirements.
• Generate and review METRO reports related to inspection status, calibration review, and CSL Hold items to support technical workflow tracking and resolution of open issues.
• Identify recurring discrepancies, documentation issues, or workflow bottlenecks and recommend practical improvements to receipt inspection and tracking processes.
• Collaborate with CSL staff and other technical contacts to resolve inspection-related questions, clarify documentation issues, and support timely closure of outstanding items.
• Support implementation of approved process or database updates that improve inspection tracking, data quality, and reporting effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and day-to-day needs of the metrology and standards laboratory operation.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Quality, or a related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience performing technical receipt inspections of measuring and test equipment or similar precision items.
• Ability to evaluate equipment condition against documented acceptance criteria and identify visible damage, defects, missing components, and other nonconformances.
• Ability to review supporting documentation, including calibration certificates, inspection records, and related paperwork, for completeness and consistency.
• Ability to apply established procedures and independent judgment to document discrepancies and determine appropriate follow-up.
• Experience maintaining accurate technical records and tracking equipment status in a database or asset management system.
• Familiarity with metrology, calibration, quality assurance, or inspection processes.
• Experience using M&TE tracking systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and traceability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a technical environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Quality, or a related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience performing technical receipt inspections of measuring and test equipment or similar precision items.
• Ability to evaluate equipment condition against documented acceptance criteria and identify visible damage, defects, missing components, and other nonconformances.
• Ability to review supporting documentation, including calibration certificates, inspection records, and related paperwork, for completeness and consistency.
• Ability to apply established procedures and independent judgment to document discrepancies and determine appropriate follow-up.
• Experience maintaining accurate technical records and tracking equipment status in a database or asset management system.
• Familiarity with metrology, calibration, quality assurance, or inspection processes.
• Experience using M&TE tracking systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and traceability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a technical environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Quality, or a related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience performing technical receipt inspections of measuring and test equipment or similar precision items.
• Ability to evaluate equipment condition against documented acceptance criteria and identify visible damage, defects, missing components, and other nonconformances.
• Ability to review supporting documentation, including calibration certificates, inspection records, and related paperwork, for completeness and consistency.
• Ability to apply established procedures and independent judgment to document discrepancies and determine appropriate follow-up.
• Experience maintaining accurate technical records and tracking equipment status in a database or asset management system.
• Familiarity with metrology, calibration, quality assurance, or inspection processes.
• Experience using M&TE tracking systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and traceability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a technical environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits package.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Relocation assistance.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Flexible schedules (depending on project needs).

Pay

$129,150 - $163,764 Annually for the TSS.2 level. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.

Schedule

This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.