Calibrations Manager

NCSL International; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Calibrations Manager to lead the calibration group, ensuring metrology processes align with ISO 9001/AS9100 standards and coordinating with project teams and auditors.

You will develop and maintain calibration documentation, manage vendor quotes and invoices, and mentor staff while tracking KPIs to ensure compliance and quality across calibration activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of calibration experience with metrology per ISO 9001/AS9100.
• Supervisory experience to mentor and lead employees and delegate tasks.
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the calibration group toward KPI statistics and optimal performance.
• Track statistics for KPIs regarding Calibrations Compliance and Reliability.
• Create and maintain Calibration Process Documents and Work Instructions for the configuration management system.
• Provide guidance for calibration policies and procedures to project personnel, internal quality, and external auditors.
• Serve as POC for metrology applications and assist in development and customization of metrology tools.
• Coordinate scheduling and budgeting of vendor quotes, and approve weekly invoices.
• Communicate goals and directions to employees and provide concise information to auditors as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Metrology knowledge

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Primary Responsibilities.

• Serve as Calibrations Manager to lead the calibration group toward optimal KPI statistics
• Assist in tracking statistics for KPIs regarding Calibrations Compliance and Reliability
• Create and maintain Calibration Process Documents and Work Instructions to be implemented within the Leidos configuration management system
• Provide guidance for policies & procedures related to calibration to project personnel, internal quality, and external auditors
• Serve as POC for metrology applications and assist in development and customization of metrology applications
• Navigate logistics for scheduling and budgeting of vendor quotes used for monthly/yearly accounting, and approval of weekly invoices
• Effectively communicate goals and directions to employees and coworkers, and also provide concise information to third-party auditors when required

Basic Qualifications.

• Must have 5+ years of experience in calibration and implementing metrology processes in accordance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards
• Must have supervisory experience to mentor and train new employees, lead responsibilities and delegate tasks when necessary
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications.

• Proficient at multitasking and assigning priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to install grounding for ESD compliance and final verification testing
• Ability to provide guidance for vendors to pinpoint resources with specialized capabilities to support unique tool requirements
• Experience with performing internal audits and preparation for third-party audit certification
• Certifications for but not limited to ESD Certified for testing & installation, Understanding Measurement Uncertainty, Dimensional Calibration Certification for Caliper & Micrometer, & Torque Wrenches
• Lean Six Sigma Certification
• Proficiency in navigation with Metrology Explorer
• Proficient navigation with BC Mobile as an add-on to Metrology Explorer

Original Posting

August 7, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.