TPS Production Metrology Engineer
LeidosTPS Production Metrology Engineer
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Job #: R-00177619
Location:
Huntsville, United States
Category: Mechanical Engineering
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: None
External Referral Program: Ineligible
Sector: Defense
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Leidos, isseekinga highly skilled and detail-orientedMechanical Engineer / Metrology Engineerto support the development of a Thermal Protection System (TPS) as part of the nation's leading Hypersonic Production Program. This program is conducted within the Leidos Defense Systems Advanced Materials Department. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with GOM/Zeiss optical scanning systems and a strong background in blue light scanning, photogrammetry, and digital assembly creation. This role requiresexpertisein GD&T, manufacturing processes, and the ability to develop and implement inspection workflows and integration processes for complex mechanical assemblies.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Developing metrology workflows
- Designing tooling and fixtures
- Supporting manufacturing processes in high-precision environments
- Generating templates for part inspection and live tracking.
- Performing blue light scanning operations as needed
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, orequivalent work experience
- 8–12years of experience intheoptical metrology, blue light scanning,andphotogrammetryof hardware.
- Hands-on experience with GOM/Zeiss optical scanning systems (e.g., ATOS)
- Proficiencyin processing 3D data and creating digital assemblies
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards
- Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
- Manufacturing environment experience with precision metrology and production support
Preferred Qualifications
- Active security clearanceat SECRET or above(preferred)
- Experience in hypersonic or aerospace manufacturing environments
- ProficiencyGom/Zeiss inspect
- Experience developing automation scan routines and robotic scanning workflows
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret high-resolution 3D data
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present findings to customers and upper management
- Ability to thrive in high-stress, dynamic, and fast-paced environments
- Experience in an AS9100production environment
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Original Posting:
March 5, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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