Sr Metrology Engineer (R4960)

Shield AI
Dallas
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 101,280 - 151,920 annuallyFunction: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)Skills: ["Analytical skills","Problem-solving","Technical communication"]

Join a quality engineering team supporting next-generation autonomous systems by owning dimensional analysis, metrology strategy, and inspection planning. You’ll develop inspection methodologies that improve product quality, repeatability, and manufacturing readiness, using tools like CMMs, laser trackers, and structured light scanners. Partner with design, manufacturing, supplier quality, and production to refine GD&T/tolerance approaches and investigate dimensional nonconformance using measurement and process capability data.

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Shield AI
2 months ago

Sr Metrology Engineer (R4960)

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Job Summary

Join a quality engineering team supporting next-generation autonomous systems by owning dimensional analysis, metrology strategy, and inspection planning. You’ll develop inspection methodologies that improve product quality, repeatability, and manufacturing readiness, using tools like CMMs, laser trackers, and structured light scanners. Partner with design, manufacturing, supplier quality, and production to refine GD&T/tolerance approaches and investigate dimensional nonconformance using measurement and process capability data.
Location: Dallas
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •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 measurement systems.
  • •Partner with design and manufacturing teams to improve tolerance schemes, GD&T application, and inspection efficiency.
  • •Support root cause investigations related to dimensional nonconformance, assembly variation, and manufacturing defects.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 101,280 - 151,920 annually

Key Requirements

  • •5+ years of experience in metrology, dimensional engineering, manufacturing quality, or precision inspection environments.
  • •Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, datum structures, and dimensional validation methods.
  • •Experience programming or operating metrology equipment such as 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 environments.
Experience:AerospaceDefenseRoboticsAutonomous systemsPrecision manufacturingManufacturing qualityRegulated manufacturing
Skills:Analytical skillsProblem-solvingTechnical communication
Tech Stack:GD&TCMMsCoordinate Measuring MachinesLaser trackersStructured light scannersPortable measurement systemsNXPolyWorksPC-DMISSpatialAnalyzerCAD modelsAS9100ISO 9001

Company Brief

Shield AI
Develops AI-powered autonomy and software for military aircraft and drones to enable autonomous ISR and combat missions, integrating perception, navigation, and mission planning for defense customers.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: San Diego, United States
Founded: 2015
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