Metrology Technician

Metrology Technician

Santa Ana, California, United States

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

We are looking for a skilled Metrology Technician to perform quality inspections on a wide variety of products that we design and develop. In this role you will operate metrology equipment to measure components and assemblies, working from established procedures and inspection plans to generate accurate, defensible quality data. As the Metrology lab grows, you will work across a range of equipment — Portable CMM, CNC/fixed CMM, CT scanner, laser tracker, and optical systems from manufacturers such as Hexagon, Zeiss, Keyence, and LK Metrology — supporting both Production and R&D through receiving inspections, in-process checks, and root cause investigations.

What You'll Do

• Operate CMM and other metrology equipment to perform precise measurements of parts to a defined inspection plan.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to understand measurement specifications.
• Run existing inspection programs and create or edit simple programs using the appropriate software.
• Perform routine calibration and maintenance checks on lab equipment, and help keep the lab clean and organized.
• Analyze measurement data and produce clear, detailed inspection reports.
• Identify out-of-spec results and equipment issues, and escalate appropriately.
• Document observations and communicate findings clearly to the cross-functional teams requesting support.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance measurement efficiency and accuracy.
• Help ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 17025).

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical training.
• 2+ years of experience as a quality inspector or CMM operator.
• Experience with metrology hand tools (calipers, micrometers, bore gages, thread gages, etc.).
• Familiarity with CMM software; PolyWorks preferred (PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent acceptable).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3D scanning or CT scanning.
• Experience with optical measurement systems (OMM or 2D comparator).
• Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience with PolyWorks|DataLoop or similar metrology data management platforms.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 17025 quality systems.

US Hourly Range

$47 - $62 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: