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Hypersonics Metrology Engineer

Leidos Inc
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026

Description

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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. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Leidos, isseekinga highly skilled and detail-orientedMechanical Engineer / Metrology Engineerto 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 requiresexpertisein 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, orequivalent work experiencewith 4 - 8 years of prior relevant experience, or Masters with 2 - 6 years of prior relevant experience, intheoptical metrology, blue light scanning,andphotogrammetryof hardware.
  • Hands-on experience with GOM/Zeiss optical scanning systems (e.g., ATOS)
  • Proficiencyin 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:August 18, 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 onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.

 

Salary : $87,100 - $157,450

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