Production Metrology Engineer, Amazon Leo Manufacturing Systems

About the role

Develop and maintain automated metrology programs for various Coordinate Measuring Machine types in support of precise dimensional characterization of space hardware. Use CMMs with metrology software to uncover details around dimensional failures of space hardware. Use laser tracking systems to align and characterize sensitive production system equipment. Provide Design For Manufacturing feedback to stakeholders in the development of new production processes. Support partner teams in need of metrology programming expertise.

Responsibilities

• Author, maintain, and troubleshoot various types of metrology equipment in support of high-rate production system operations.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Design, and Quality engineers to ensure space hardware and production system hardware meet rigorous aerospace requirements.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures.
• Investigate anomalies and provide feedback where the root cause of non-conformances is ambiguous.

About the team

The Manufacturing Systems team is a center of excellence for manufacturing engineering within a fast-growing satellite production organization. Our engineers provide Design for Manufacturability expertise across design and production teams, including GD&T reviews, tolerance analysis, and process troubleshooting on complex assemblies. The team supports a world-class internal precision machine shop, drives optimization of manufacturing execution and product lifecycle management systems, and operates a hands-on fabrication and tooling group focused on production continuity and lean process improvement. We work cross-functionally alongside design, quality, supply chain, and software teams, playing a foundational role in scaling production to meet ambitious program milestones.

Requirements

• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience using metrology tools and software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree in a related field.
• CAD experience (NX/Catia/Creo/SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with standard aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2009).
• Programming experience with Metrolog software including supervisor mode and NCO.
• Experience using communication services (e.g., Jira, Slack) and Microsoft Office suite.

Pay

USA, WA, Kirkland - $39.47 - $69.08 USD hourly.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and option for Supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support.
• Medical Advice Line and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).