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Anduril

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
Santa AnaCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Manufacturing
Posted
Jun 19, 2026
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 a year
Full-time

Metrology Engineer, Maritime

Job description

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.

We are looking for a Metrology Engineer 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.

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a…

Job responsibilities

  • Develop, program, and execute inspection routines for CMMs, portable arms, and laser trackers using software like PC-DMIS, Polyworks, and Spatial Analyzer.
  • 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.

Job requirements

  • 8+ 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, Polyworks, or Spatial Analyzer), 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
  • Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

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