Metrology Specialist
Honda · Greensboro, NC
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist quality role at Honda (automotive) in Greensboro, NC. Tooling & Production Support.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- GD&T, Robotics, Tooling, CATIA / NX, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $96k–$143k.
Median of the low and high ends of 21 live postings that list pay, out of 57 quality engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 56 other live quality postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $96k–$143k, from 20 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 60%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 42%
- New product launch 40%
- Lean 37%
- FMEA 35%
- Six Sigma 33%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Tooling, CATIA / NX, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Honda in Greensboro
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Full description from HondaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Accountabilities
Primary Metrology
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform dimensional measurement and verification of tooling, fixtures, jigs, and aircraft components using laser trackers, portable metrology arms, and 3D scanning systems.
- ◆Collect, analyze and interpret measurement data to verify conformance to engineering drawings, aerodynamic specifications and CAD models.
- ◆Generate clear analytical and graphical inspection reports for Engineering and production stakeholders.
- ◆Support development of measurement strategies, including selecting appropriate metrology equipment and methods for Tooling and specific applications.
- ◆Maintain and monitor metrology equipment to ensure accuracy, calibration and operational readiness.
Education, Work Experience, Certification and/or Licensure
- ✓Technical degree or equivalent hands-on metrology experience strongly preferred
- ✓3+ years of relevant metrology experience OR a degree/certificate in a related field
- ✓Hands‑on experience using portable metrology equipment (laser tracker, scanner, metrology arm, or CMM)
- ✓Experience supporting tooling or fixture measurement activities strongly preferred
- ✓GD&T training or GDTP certification preferred
- ✓Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Requirements
- ✓Incumbents may be routinely exposed to equipment operational noise heat-cold-dust, and/or aircraft equipment, parts, or fuel odors.
- ✓Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, climb ladders, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties.
- ✓Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory
requirements
(FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, State, and Federal regulations, etc.).
- ✓Read, hear, speak, and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties.
- ✓Comprehend and adhere to management directions and/or safety instructions with no restrictions.
- ✓Effectively communicate in Business English language.
- ✓Pull, push, carry, lift, or move items up to 50 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties.
- ✓Pull, push, carry, lift or move materials/people/items/equipment weighing up to 50lbs or more during the work shift, with the use of Company provided “reach assistance technology” or “movement assist technology” (fork-lifts, pallet jacks, pulleys, dolly’s, robotics reach equipment, people movers etc.), as required by job duties.
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Job Purpose
Honda Aircraft Company is seeking an entry‑ to mid‑level Metrology Specialist to support Tooling, Production, R&D, and Flight Test operations. This role is metrology‑focused but also has strong interaction with tooling design, fabrication, fixture setup and periodic inspection support activities.
The ideal candidate brings hands‑on metrology experience, is comfortable working in a manufacturing and tooling environment and enjoys collaborating with Engineering and Production teams to ensure that tooling and aircraft components meet engineering and aerodynamic requirements.
You will use advanced measurement technologies—including laser trackers, 3D scanners, and metrology arms—to verify tooling and aircraft components, support Production activities and provide clear analytical feedback to internal customers both in written and verbal forms.
Tooling & Production Support
- •Hands-on support of tooling build, assembly and adjustment activities for tight‑tolerance fixtures and tooling systems.
- •Assist Production teams with fixture setup, alignment, and troubleshooting.
- •Collaborate with Tooling machinists, Engineers, and Production personnel to develop practical measurement and tooling solutions.
- •Work with limited supervision while managing assigned measurement and support activities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- •Proficiency with metrology software such as Verisurf, Spatial Analyzer, GOM, Geomagic, or similar
- •Solid understanding and application of GD&T
- •Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models
- •Experience with CAD platforms; CATIA V5 preferred
- •Familiarity with traditional measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, surface plates)
- •Comfortable performing basic hands‑on tooling or assembly tasks (e.g., fitting components, installing dowel pins)
- •Strong communication skills and ability to work across engineering and production teams
- •Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- •Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- •Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving mindset
Working Conditions
Physical