Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technical Expert - Metrology Systems M/F

As the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technical Expert - Metrology Systems, you will act as the technical authority for manufacturing metrology across the Actuation business. You will lead the development and deployment of advanced measurement and inspection solutions that enhance manufacturing capability, improve product quality, strengthen process control and support long-term business competitiveness.

Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality and NPI teams, you will ensure robust measurement strategies are embedded throughout the product lifecycle while driving the adoption of advanced and digitally enabled metrology technologies. You will play a key role in supporting the transition towards connected, data-driven manufacturing through automation, digital integration and real-time process monitoring., Metrology Strategy & Technical Authority -Define and drive the manufacturing metrology strategy, technology roadmap and best practices across the business.

-Act as the technical expert for complex measurement and inspection challenges, supporting capability development and future technology investments. Advanced Metrology Technology Development -Evaluate, develop and implement advanced metrology and inspection technologies, -Lead feasibility studies, proof-of-concept activities, validation programmes and technology deployment from concept through to production.

NPI & Measurement Systems Engineering -Ensure measurement and verification requirements are embedded within NPI, APQP and industrialisation activities. Digital & Connected Metrology -Develop connected metrology solutions through the integration of measurement systems with manufacturing equipment, automation, MES and digital manufacturing platforms. -Leverage measurement data to support SPC, predictive quality, process monitoring, digital traceability and closed-loop process control initiatives.

Technical Leadership & Continuous Improvement -Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams while driving improvements in measurement capability, inspection efficiency and process performance. Degree or apprentice trained in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology, Quality Engineering, or a related field -Significant experience in manufacturing metrology, measurement systems, inspection technology, or a related engineering discipline -Experience developing and implementing advanced metrology, measurement, inspection, or automated measurement technologies -Strong understanding of MSA, Gauge R&R, measurement capability, uncertainty, and validation -Experience defining measurement strategies for critical product and process characteristics -Experience supporting NPI, APQP, industrialisation, PFMEA, and Control Plan activities -Experience leading trials, proof-of-concept activities, capability studies, and production implementation -Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, SPC, and structured problem-solving -Ability to develop business cases and support capital investment justification -Strong data analysis, technical leadership, and stakeholder management capability We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger.

We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who b