Hiring: Metrology Engineer/CMM Programmer, Maritime Division Company: Anduril Industries Location: Santa Ana, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 14:30:38 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Aerospace Engineering, AutoCAD, CAD, Computer Vision, Defense Industry, R, Root Cause Analysis, Security Clearance, SolidWorks About the job Experience: •8+ years of experience in a manufacturing, quality, or metrology engineering role. Required Skills: •Anduril’s Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team is responsible for rapidly developing and implementing manufacturing technologies, processes, and materials for cutting-edge defense hardware. •Blend hands-on inspection with data-driven engineering analysis. •Developing automated inspection routines for CMMs, creating alignment strategies for large- scale laser tracker measurements, and analyzing dimensional data to provide actionable feedback to the entire organization. •Your work will support the full product lifecycle, from initial R&D and prototyping to process validation and full-rate production within our AS9100 certified system. Qualifications: •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. •Applied hands-on capability in at least one major metrology software platform (PC-DMIS, Polyworks, or Spatial Analyzer), with a strong aptitude to become proficient in others. •Demonstrated capacity 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. •Direct programming experience with multiple metrology platforms (e.g., proficiency in both PC-DMIS and Spatial Analyzer). •Applied hands-on capability in both fixed CMMs and portable metrology equipment (laser trackers, portable arms). •Operational familiarity with CAD software (such as NX or SolidWorks) for interrogating models. Compensation: •$129,000 - $171,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!