Metrologist Staff

Title: Metrologist Staff

(Quality) - Grand Prairie, TX

Location: Grand Prairie United States

Job Description:

Description:You will be the Metrologist Staff for the Calibration & Measurement Science Team. Our team designs, develops, and validates cutting‑edge calibration systems that precisely measure length, mass, time, temperature, electronic attributes, and derived physical or chemical units.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Metrologist Staff you will lead the creation of robust calibration methods and quality‑control processes, ensuring confidence in measurement results across the organization. You'll identify error sources, evaluate their impact on variability, and apply measurement‑science principles to maintain the highest standards of accuracy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and developing calibration systems for a wide range of physical and chemical parameters.
• Evaluating measurement results to pinpoint error sources and quantify their contribution to variability.
• Establishing and documenting calibration methods grounded in measurement‑science fundamentals.
• Implementing and overseeing quality‑control procedures that guarantee consistent, high‑quality measurements.
• Conducting validation studies to verify confidence levels and traceability of calibration processes.
• Collaborating with engineering, product, and quality teams to integrate calibrated data into downstream applications.
• Continuously improving calibration techniques and staying current with industry standards and best practices.
• Providing technical guidance and training to junior staff and cross‑functional partners.

Why Join Us

You are a meticulous, analytical thinker who thrives on solving complex measurement challenges and driving precision excellence. This role offers you visibility across multiple disciplines, the opportunity to shape industry‑leading calibration standards, and access to state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation. If you seek a collaborative environment where scientific rigor meets real‑world impact, join us to elevate measurement science and propel your career forward. Apply today.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience Metrologist with 8 or more years within Metrology and Calibration

2 or more years experience within quality assurance

Detailed knowledge and understanding of ISO 17025 and ISO 9001

Desired Skills:

STEM Associate degree or higher

Working knowledge of the following:

• Aerospace Standard AS9100D
• IndySoft (Calibration Management System)
• Automated calibration method development

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First