Calibration & Metrology Lead

Calibration & Metrology Lead Company: DAYTON-GRANGER, INC (DG) Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 Shift: 1st Shift 6a-2:30p, Monday-Friday About Us: DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG) is a third-generation family-owned aerospace manufacturer in Fort Lauderdale, FL that has been proudly operating for more than 82 years. We design, test, and manufacture aircraft antennas, electrostatic dischargers, and lightning protection components used on commercial, military, and private aircraft around the world. We have an average employee tenure of 8 years, reflecting our stability and strong company culture. Full-Time , Direct Hire, Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, Work-Life Balance, Stability, Opportunities for Growth Position Overview The Calibration & Metrology Lead will serve as DG's subject matter expert for all things measurement - owning and advancing our calibration program from the ground up. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in precision, thrives in a regulated environment, and understands that measurement integrity is the foundation of everything we build. Responsibilities Manage and maintain the company's calibration and metrology program Perform calibration activities across key domains including dimensional, mechanical, thermal, pressure/vacuum, process instrumentation, and electrical equipment. Serve as the technical authority for calibration, metrology, measurement traceability, and measurement system effectiveness. Develop and improve internal calibration capability where justified. Maintain calibration system records, procedures, and data integrity. Ensure measuring and test equipment remains calibrated, traceable, compliant, and available to support production and engineering. Evaluate the suitability and capability of measurement and test equipment for manufacturing, inspection, and engineering applications. Optimize calibration intervals using historical performance data, risk assessment, and industry best practices. Perform out-of-tolerance investigations and support corrective actions. Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities, including Gage R&R studies. Support internal, customer, and third-party audits related to calibration and metrology. Identify opportunities to improve calibration effectiveness, reduce costs, and increase internal calibration capability. Provide training and technical guidance to engineering, quality, inspection, and production personnel. Assign other tasks by management Follow all DG safety procedures as per company policies and per the Facility Engineer/Safety Director Minimum Qualifications 7+ years calibration, metrology, or related technical role in a manufacturing environment. Strong hands‑on experience with dimensional metrology equipment (gages, micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gages, surface plates, thread gages, etc.). Experience calibrating or supporting calibration of mechanical, thermal, pressure/vacuum, process instrumentation, and electrical test equipment. Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 principles (traceability, uncertainty) and ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 Experience in regulated environments such as AS9100 Quality Management System, ISO 9001 Quality Management System, or defense/military quality systems. Experience using calibration management systems or ERP-based calibration tracking tools (e.g., GageManager or equivalent). Experience performing Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R or equivalent studies. Ability to analyze calibration data and make risk-based decisions on calibration intervals and equipment usage. Strong technical documentation, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Ability to perform hands‑on calibration work while also managing a full calibration program. Willingness and ability to learn new procedures and processes Strong written and verbal communication skills in English Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have, Not Required) Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metrology or related technical field. Experience developing calibration procedures or improving calibration processes in a manufacturing environment. Experience with electrical calibration equipment (multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, etc.). Experience with torque, pressure, thermal, and process instrumentation calibration in a production environment. Aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience. Experience implementing calibration cost reduction or efficiency improvement initiatives. Pre-Employment Requirements All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and applicable law. Why You'll Love Working Here We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets. Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 8 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts. Benefits Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision). 401(k) match. Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays. Mental health benefits. Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage. Paid parental leave Short-term and long-term disability coverage. Excellent work-life balance. Tuition reimbursement. Dynamic and collaborative work environment. On-site gym. Access to advanced technology and resources. Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts. Team-building activities. Compliance Notice Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person which is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). #J-18808-Ljbffr