Closing Date: 16th July 2026

Location: RG30 3RR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Burghfield.

Package: £49,480 - £78,200 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience).

• Plus role specific allowance.

• A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply).

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

AWE has an opportunity for a highly skilled Senior Metrology Engineer to contribute to some of the UK's most critical and technically engaging programmes.

We are looking for an expert who excels in precision measurement and enjoys working with complex geometries in fast-paced, high‑stakes environments.

Join us and play a pivotal role in supporting mission‑critical trials by programming and operating ultra‑high‑precision Co‑ordinate Measurement Machines, using the Quindos programming language and a range of advanced metrology equipment.

Working within the Metrology Development team, a Senior Metrology Engineer primarily programs CMMs for critical components using Quindos and producing accurate Work Instructions.

Additional tasks can include supporting new technology introduction, contributing to forward planning across metrology and inspection areas, and apprentice development.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Senior Metrology Engineer at AWE, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of diverse, mission-critical project/programmes. Depending on the role, your responsibilities may include: