Calibration Manager

Overview

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC is seeking qualified candidates for a Calibration Manager opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN
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We are looking for a highly skilled Calibration Manager to lead and oversee all calibration activities for an industrial manufacturing project within the nuclear industry. This role ensures that all measurement and test equipment (M&TE) used in production and quality assurance meets regulatory and technical standards. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in calibration systems, quality protocols, and nuclear industry compliance, with the ability to calibrate machines to extremely tight tolerances, down to the nanometer scale.

Job Description

• Develop, implement, and maintain the calibration program for all M&TE used in industrial manufacturing
• Perform and oversee calibration of machines with ultra-tight tolerances — to the nanometer level
• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, including NQA-1 and ISO/IEC 17025
• Manage calibration schedules, documentation, and traceability systems
• Lead internal audits and support external inspections related to calibration and quality systems
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and QA teams to resolve calibration-related issues
• Train and mentor calibration technicians and ensure continuous improvement in calibration practices
• Maintain vendor relationships for outsourced calibration services
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for calibration discrepancies

• 3+ years calibration management experience
• 10+ years of experience in calibration in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in calibration software and data management systems
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Strong knowledge of NQA-1, ISO/IEC 17025, ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 standards
• Experience with precision rotating equipment
• Experience supporting DOE or NRC-regulated projects
• Familiarity with cleanroom and controlled environment protocols

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security clearance. Active clearance is a plus.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

We offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Facilities Services