Shield AI

Sr Metrology Engineer (R4960)

Shield AI$101K — $151K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in metrology or precision inspection environments
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis
  • Experience with CMMs, laser trackers, and structured light scanners
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
  • Experience in developing inspection plans and process capability studies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute dimensional inspection strategies for mechanical assemblies
  • Perform dimensional analysis to validate design intent and manufacturing capability
  • Define metrology processes and inspection methods using precision measurement systems
  • Partner with teams to improve GD&T application and inspection efficiency
  • Support investigations related to dimensional nonconformance
  • Analyze measurement data to enhance product quality and production readiness

Benefits

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Equity participation
  • Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees
  • Temporary benefits package after 60 days of employment
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Join a high-impact quality engineering team supporting the development and production of next-generation autonomous systems. This role is focused on dimensional analysis, metrology strategy, and inspection planning to ensure hardware meets critical design and manufacturing requirements. You will work closely with design, manufacturing, supplier quality, and production teams to develop scalable inspection methodologies that improve product quality, repeatability, and manufacturing confidence.

We are seeking a Metrology Engineer with experience in dimensional inspection, GD&T interpretation, measurement system analysis, and metrology process development within aerospace, defense, robotics, or precision manufacturing environments.

What you'll do:

  • 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
  • Analyze measurement and process capability data to improve repeatability, product quality, and production readiness


Required qualifications:

  • 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
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical findings across cross-functional teams


Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience supporting aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems programs
  • Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and regulated manufacturing environments
  • Experience with NX, PolyWorks, PC-DMIS, SpatialAnalyzer, or similar metrology and dimensional analysis software
  • Experience supporting first article inspections (FAI), production qualification, or supplier quality initiatives


$101,280 - $151,920 a year

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company that develops artificially intelligent systems for military applications. The company was founded in 2015 by Brandon Tseng, Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Shield AI's products include autonomous drones and software that can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and other military operations. The company's mission is to reduce the number of military casualties by providing soldiers with better intelligence and situational awareness. Shield AI has received funding from a number of investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.
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200 employees
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Founded
2015

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