Metrology Engineer

Company Description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Metrology Engineer, you will join our Bristol team to support our activities within the aerospace and defence sector. 

You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of test and measurement equipment used within a highly regulated engineering environment. Working within test and instrumentation facilities, you will support calibration activities, measurement assurance, and the maintenance of metrology standards across a variety of projects, including military programmes.

• Location: Bristol
• On Site: Hybrid
• Clearance: Clearable
• Experience Level:  Mid to Senior (5-15 years of experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform calibration and metrology activities on test and measurement equipment
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with applicable standards and procedures
• Support test environments through the verification, maintenance, and management of instrumentation
• Investigate measurement discrepancies and implement corrective actions where required
• Ensure traceability of measurements to national and international standards
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives related to calibration and metrology processes

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in calibration and metrology engineering
• Strong understanding of measurement principles and uncertainty analysis
• Experience working with test equipment and instrumentation
• Knowledge of calibration processes for mechanical and/or electrical measurement systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work within highly regulated engineering environments

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Between 4 and 10 years of experience in calibration, metrology, or test engineering
• Experience working with measurement systems and laboratory or test environments

Desirable Skills:

• Experience supporting aerospace, defence, automotive, or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or related calibration standards
• Familiarity with military quality requirements and compliance processes
• Experience with automated test systems and data acquisition equipment

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.