TPS Production Metrology Engineer

Metrology Engineer

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 to 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