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Job Description
About Atlas Gunworks Atlas Gunworks is an industry leader in the premium handgun market. Every Atlas gun is machined from billet aluminum and steel. We combine the art of hand metal working with our state-of-the-art, multi-axis CNC machine shop. Position Summary The Quality Engineer responsible for Dimensional Metrology at Atlas Gunworks is accountable for the accuracy and repeatability of all measurements and fixtures used in high precision manufacturing. This role oversees the calibration program and the maintenance of all the gauges, calipers, micrometers, CMMs, and Vision Systems in our supply chain. As the Subject Matter Expert in Metrology, this position requires exceptional attention to detail and documentation skills. Additionally, the person in the role is expected to teach manual and machine measurement techniques and best practices to all levels of experience in the company. As a part of the teams that support manufacturing, this Quality Engineer will be responsible for the policies and procedures that control metrology at Atlas Gunworks, and the associated compliance of the organization and its vendors to those documents. K ey Responsibilities CMM, Vision & Optical Inspection Own the programming, fixturing, and validation of all coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and vision-system inspection routines, including tactile probing, scanning, and optical comparator workflows. Develop, debug, and maintain CMM programs (PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS, or equivalent) and vision-system routines (OGP, Keyence IM, Mitutoyo Quick Image, or similar) for production parts, sub-assemblies, fixtures and tools. Design and build repeatable inspection fixtures that minimize operator influence and enable lights-out manufacturing. Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new metrology hardware as production volume and part complexity grow. Establish and maintain a calibration program for all gauges and measurement equipment, including traceability to NIST standards and management of outside calibration vendors. GD&T & First-Article Inspection Serve as subject matter expert on
ASME Y14.5 GD&T
— and ensure Design for Inspection principles while interpreting, applying, and challenging tolerance schemes on engineering drawings and 3D models. Author and execute First-Article Inspections (FAIs) for new parts, vendors, and processes. Partner with Design Engineering to ensure features are toleranced in a way that is functional, manufacturable, and inspectable. Lead datum scheme reviews and develop inspection strategies that align measurement methodology with the part's functional datums. Drive root-cause investigations on first-article failures and recurring dimensional non-conformances. Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement Build and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and sampling strategies appropriate to the criticality of each feature. Run gauge R&R amongst people and equipment in addition to broader data driven analysis that improves the manufacturability of Atlas Gunworks products. Mentor quality technicians and machinists on GD&T interpretation, and proper use of hand gauges, indicators, and bench instruments. Document and continuously improve metrology procedures, work instructions, and training materials. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related technical field — or equivalent demonstrated experience. 6-10 years of hands-on metrology experience in a precision machining, aerospace, medical device, firearms, or similarly tight-tolerance manufacturing environment. Expert-level proficiency programming and operating CMMs (Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo, or equivalent) using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or MCOSMOS. Strong working experience with vision and optical measurement systems (OGP, Keyence, Mitutoyo, Starrett, or comparable). Deep, working command of
ASME Y14.5 GD&T
— able to read, write, audit, and defend tolerance schemes on complex parts. Demonstrated ownership of First-Article Inspection programs, including FAI documentation, ballooning, and CAD-to-print verification.
Proficiency with manual measurement tools:
micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, surface finish testers, hardness testers, and pin/thread gauges. Comfort working from 3D CAD models (SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent) and converting model data into inspection programs. Clear, professional written and verbal communication — capable of explaining a measurement decision to a machinist, an engineer, and an executive in the same afternoon. Preferred Qualifications ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Calibration Technician (CCT), or equivalent professional certification. Formal GD&T certification (ASME
Y14.5 GDTP
Senior Level, Tec-Ease, or Effective Training). Experience with surface finish characterization (Ra, Rz, Rmr) and form/contour measurement. Familiarity with firearms components, 1911/2011 platforms, or other small-arms tolerancing conventions. Experience standing up a metrology lab from scratch — environmental controls, equipment selection, calibration cycles, and lab-quality documentation. Background working in or alongside an ISO 9001, AS9100, or ITAR-registered manufacturing environment. Benefits Health , dental, and vision Insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance 401(k) plan and matching Paid time off and sick time Robust Holiday Calendar Bonus Opportunities
