Metrology Specialist

Anduril Industries; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Metrology Specialist to join our advanced maritime manufacturing team. You will develop automated CMM inspection routines, create alignment strategies for laser trackers, and analyze dimensional data to drive manufacturing improvements within our AS9100 system.

You will collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers, interpret GD&T on complex drawings, and contribute to quality assurance through SPC, CAPA, and documentation of procedures.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in manufacturing, quality, or metrology engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in interpreting GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Hands-on experience with PC-DMIS or Polyworks; ability to learn other platforms.
• Experience in a QMS environment (AS9100/ISO 9001).
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and execute inspection routines for CMMs (PC-DMIS/Polyworks).
• Analyze inspection data and perform root-cause analysis; support SPC initiatives.
• Provide DFM/DFI feedback to Design/Manufacturing Engineers.
• Create inspection plans from drawings and 3D models to validate GD&T.
• Generate inspection reports and present findings to cross-functional teams.
• Support metrology SOP documentation within AS9100 QMS.
• Maintain metrology equipment calibration; evaluate new measurement tech.

Skills

GD&T

Reading drawings

SPC knowledge

Education

BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace or related field

Tools

PC-DMIS

Polyworks

Spatial Analyzer

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

Anduril’s Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team is responsible for rapidly developing and implementing manufacturing technologies, processes, and materials for cutting‑edge defense hardware. The team is developing deployable static and moving surfaces, undersea and sea to air vehicles, and scaling these products in our new manufacturing facilities.

About The Job

We are looking for a Metrology Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA working in a cutting‑edge production environment to advance the state‑of‑the‑possible in maritime manufacturing. In this role, you will blend hands‑on inspection with data‑driven engineering analysis. You will be responsible for developing automated inspection routines for CMMs, creating alignment strategies for large‑scale laser tracker measurements, and analyzing dimensional data to provide actionable feedback to the entire organization. Your work will support the full product lifecycle, from initial R&D and prototyping to process validation and full‑rate production within our AS9100 certified system. This role requires a problem‑solver’s mindset and a passion for turning data into manufacturing improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, program, and execute inspection routines for CMMs using software like PC‑DMIS or Polyworks.
• Analyze inspection data to perform root cause analysis, support statistical process control (SPC) initiatives, and conduct capability studies.
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability/Inspectability (DFM/DFI) feedback on new products.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and 3D CAD models to create comprehensive inspection plans that effectively validate GD&T requirements.
• Generate clear and concise inspection reports and present findings to cross‑functional teams to drive corrective actions.
• Support the development and documentation of standard operating procedures for metrology processes within our AS9100 Quality Management System.
• Assist in maintaining metrology equipment calibration and contribute to the selection of new measurement technology.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing, quality, or metrology engineering role.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, a related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per the ASME Y14.5 standard.
• Hands‑on experience with at least one major metrology software platform (PC‑DMIS or Polyworks), with a strong aptitude to become proficient in others.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment governed by a formal Quality Management System (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Direct programming experience with multiple metrology platforms (e.g., proficiency in both PC‑DMIS and Spatial Analyzer).
• Hands‑on experience with both fixed CMMs and portable metrology equipment (laser trackers, portable arms).
• Experience creating First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to the AS9102 standard.
• Familiarity with CAD software (such as NX or SolidWorks) for interrogating models.

US Hourly Range

$47—$62 USD

Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.