TPS Production Metrology Engineer

Description

Leidos Defense Systems, is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented problem solver to serve as a Metrology Engineer supporting the development of a Thermal Protection System (TPS) as a part of the nation's leading Hypersonic Production Program conducted within the Advanced Materials Product Group.

As an integral member of the TPS production team, the successful candidate will serve as a Metrology Engineer utilizing the latest inspection and metrology techniques in the development of manufacturing and assembling ceramic, composite, and metallic components into a complex assembly. Candidate will be responsible for evaluating metrology data, documenting methodology used, and presenting results to team members and / or customers. Candidate must be able to apply knowledge of engineering design, GD&T, and manufacturing processes to complex mechanical assemblies.

Primary Responsibilities

Utilize 3D scanning to perform metrology of components and complex assemblies using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5

Effectively communicate results with a team of diverse individuals

Develop documentation to standardized metrology methods

Develop metrology processes for new systems based on design intent and customer requirements.

Develop and implement training for technicians to perform data collection

Support the Development of metrology processes for new systems based on design intent and customer requirements

Develop automation processes integration to a manufacturing environment.

Perform design of tooling, fixturing, and prototype hardware

Basic Qualifications

Ability to obtain a security clearance at the SECRET level

Experience processing, manipulating, and releasing engineering definition, including 3D data and detailed drawings.

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar with 8-12 years of relevant experience in engineering, production, and mechanical design (or a MS with 6-10 years). Candidates without degrees will be considered based on additional years of experience in equivalent roles.

Direct experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software and related detail drawings

Experience with metrology methodology and techniques utilizing quality assurance technologies such as coordinate measurement machines or blue light projection scanners.

Experience with metrology of complex systems and processing 3D data.

Preferred Qualifications

Active security clearance at the SECRET level

Experience with AS9102 or equivalent inspections involving metrology of complex systems

Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5

Excellent communication skills including preparing reports and present results customers

Team leadership experience

Ability to stay focused and succeed in high-stress, dynamic, and fast-paced environments

Strong Communication and attention to detail

Proficiency using Geomagic or GOM software suites

Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Direct experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software and related detail drawings

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Original Posting : September 24, 2025

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 onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

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