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# Precision Metrology Engineer | Career Growth Opportunity

- **Company:** USPRO INC
- **Location:** Boones Mill, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Systems, BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM)
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b43092ad07a45c8c

## About the Role

* PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field - OR MS with 3+ years of relevant experience - OR BS with 6+ years of relevant experience
 * Hands-on proficiency with XPS, SEM, AFM, Auger spectroscopy, UPS, and LEED/RHEED
 * Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and advanced interpretation of surface analysis results
 * Strong foundation in surface science, surface chemistry, or materials science
 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
 * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

Nice to Have

 * 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 roadmapping
 * Lean/continuous improvement certification (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt or higher)

Additional Requirements

 * U.S. Citizenship required
 * Must be able to obtain a security clearance
 * Background check and drug screening required
 * Onsite interview required

## Description

We're seeking a Senior Metrology Engineer to join a leading defense technology organization supporting advanced electronic warfare programs. This is a highly technical role for someone who wants to serve as a subject matter expert in surface characterization, working across cutting-edge analytical instrumentation to support materials development, process optimization, and fundamental surface-science research., * Operate, maintain, and develop measurement protocols for XPS, SEM, AFM, Auger spectroscopy, LEED, RHEED, and other surface analysis tools

 * Design and execute detailed experiments to characterize materials, coatings, interfaces, and thin films
 * Analyze complex data sets, applying advanced quantitative methods to extract meaningful physical and chemical insights
 * Interpret results using deep expertise in surface science, surface chemistry, and materials science
 * Troubleshoot instrumentation, coordinate maintenance, and ensure high measurement quality and repeatability
 * Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, product development, and manufacturing teams on material investigations and root cause analysis
 * Document methods and results clearly for internal and external stakeholders
 * Contribute to continuous improvement of analytical workflows and experimental methodology
 * Define calibration standards, metrology capability roadmaps, and long-term measurement system improvements
 * Evaluate, select, and qualify new metrology equipment, technologies, and software systems


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