Sr Metrology Engineer (R4960)

The role

You will develop and run dimensional inspection strategies for complex mechanical assemblies and precision components. You will work with design, manufacturing, supplier quality and production teams to improve product quality and repeatability.

What you will do

• Develop and execute dimensional inspection strategies for complex mechanical assemblies and precision components
• Perform dimensional analysis and measurement studies to validate design intent, manufacturing capability and assembly fit
• Define metrology processes, tooling and inspection methods using CMMs, laser trackers, scanners and other precision systems
• Partner with design and manufacturing teams to improve tolerance schemes, GD&T application and inspection efficiency
• Support root cause investigations into dimensional nonconformance, assembly variation and manufacturing defects
• Analyze measurement and process capability data to improve repeatability, product quality and production readiness

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in metrology, dimensional engineering, manufacturing quality or precision inspection
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, datum structures and dimensional validation methods
• Experience programming or operating CMMs, laser trackers, structured light scanners or portable measurement systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and manufacturing documentation for complex assemblies
• Experience developing inspection plans, measurement strategies and process capability studies in production
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical findings across cross-functional teams

Nice to have

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, robotics or autonomous systems programs
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001 and regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience with NX, PolyWorks, PC-DMIS, SpatialAnalyzer or similar metrology software
• Experience supporting first article inspections, production qualification or supplier quality initiatives

Benefits

• Bonus for full-time regular employees
• Equity for full-time regular employees
• Benefits package for full-time regular employees
• Temporary benefits package for temporary employees, applicable after 60 days of employment

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background check and possible reference check
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits
• Pay depends on factors such as skill set, experience, licenses and certifications, and work location

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.