Posted:
3/5/2026, 9:44:09 AM
Location(s):
Huntsville, Alabama, United States ⋅ Alabama, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
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 include, but are not limited to:
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
8–12 years of 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.
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.
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 include (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.
Website: https://www.leidos.com/
Headquarter Location: Reston, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1969
IPO Status: Public
Industries: Computer ⋅ Government ⋅ Information Services ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ National Security ⋅ Software