Hypersonics Metrology Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Metrology Engineer to support the Thermal Protection System (TPS) for the MACH-TB Flight Test Program. The role focuses on developing metrology workflows, tooling, and fixtures, and ensuring precision in high-speed, high-accuracy assembly environments.

The candidate will work with GD&T standards, create digital assemblies, and apply blue light scanning and photogrammetry techniques to verify hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Eng with 4–8 years metrology experience, or Master’s with 2–6 years.
• Hands-on experience with GOM/Zeiss optical scanning systems (ATOS).
• Proficiency in processing 3D data and creating digital assemblies; strong GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with precision metrology in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

GOM/Zeiss scanning

Photogrammetry

GD&T

SolidWorks

3D data processing

Metrology in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Eng

Master’s in relevant field

Tools

GOM/Zeiss ATOS

CAD software (SolidWorks)

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Systems is seeking a Hypersonic Systems Assembly, Integration, and Test Engineer to join our team supporting the Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonics Test Bed (MACH-TB) Flight Test Program as part of the Hypersonics Systems Division. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large‑scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Leidos, is seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented Mechanical Engineer / Metrology Engineer to 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 requires expertise in GD&T, manufacturing processes, and the ability to develop and implement inspection workflows and integration processes for complex mechanical assemblies.

Primary Responsibilities.

• 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, or equivalent work experience with 4 – 8 years of prior relevant experience, or Masters with 2 – 6 years of prior relevant experience, in the optical metrology, blue light scanning, and photogrammetry of hardware.
• Hands‑on experience with GOM/Zeiss optical scanning systems (e.g., ATOS)
• Proficiency in 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 clearance at SECRET or above (preferred)
• Experience in hypersonic or aerospace manufacturing environments
• Proficiency GOM/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 AS9100 production environment

if you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: September 28, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 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 including (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.

Pay and Benefits

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• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.