Marine Corps MOS · Engineering
2874 Metrology Technician
Overview
A Metrology Technician calibrates high-precision electronic, mechanical, physical, optical, infrared, and laser test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment using higher-order measurement standards. The technician manages laboratory quality assurance, maintains calibration traceability and records, conducts audits and inspections, evaluates procedures and environmental conditions, and trains other calibration personnel and equipment users.
Core Skills
- metrology and calibration
- precision measurement and uncertainty analysis
- electronic, mechanical, and physical calibration
- use of laboratory standards and reference equipment
- technical procedure interpretation and execution
- data recording and traceability documentation
- quality assurance and standards compliance
- root cause analysis and troubleshooting
- laboratory safety and equipment care
- training and mentoring junior technicians
Civilian Software & Tools
- Calibration software
- National Instruments LabVIEW
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Database software
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) · Funded
- Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) · Funded
- Certified Control Systems Technician: Level I (CCST-I) · Funded
- Electronics Module AC (EM2)
- Electronics Module Analog (EM3)
Career Growth
- Electronics Module Comprehensive (EM5)
- Electronics Module DC (EM1)
- Electronics Module Digital (EM4)
- Industrial Electronics Technician (IND)
- Certified Laser Repair Technician (CLRT)
What the Work Involves
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
- Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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