Manager Dimensional Inspector Jobs in New Mexico

Job Title: Dimensional Inspection Project Manager
Employment Type: Long Term Contract
Location: Los Alamos, NM

About this role
The Project Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a dimensional inspection laboratory buildout within an existing facility. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise in dimensional inspection and proven project management capabilities to successfully deliver a complex, multi-phase initiative.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with contractors, internal leadership, and external stakeholders to design and implement a fully functional inspection lab aligned with operational and organizational goals. This individual will be responsible for defining program objectives, scope, milestones, and deliverables while ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities include maintaining strict adherence to schedule, budget, and quality expectations. The Project Manager will continuously monitor project performance, proactively identify variances from approved baselines, and assess potential impacts across the program.

This role requires a demonstrated ability to implement timely corrective actions and recovery plans to address risks and deviations, ensuring program stability and maintaining stakeholder confidence. The successful candidate will also bring strong experience of engaging executive-level stakeholders, providing clear communication, and driving decision-making in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities
Extensive experience in project management within engineering, manufacturing, or laboratory environments
Strong background in dimensional inspection processes, equipment, or lab development
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects with competing priorities
Experience collaborating with executive-level stakeholders and external partners
Demonstrated success in scope, schedule, and budget management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to risk mitigation
Excellent communication and leadership capabilities
 
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, or related technical field from an accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of complex technical projects
Demonstrated ability to define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals
Experience managing budgets, schedules, and resources across multiple concurrent initiatives
Demonstrated ability to identify variances, assess impacts, and implement corrective actions and recovery plans
Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams in a technical or engineering environment
Background in dimensional inspection, including familiarity with inspection methodologies, metrology principles, or inspection lab environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership

Desired Qualifications
Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in engineering, physical sciences, or a related field
Professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP or equivalent)
Direct experience designing, building, or commissioning dimensional inspection laboratories or similar technical facilities
Hands-on experience with dimensional inspection technologies (e.g., CMM, laser scanning, optical measurement systems, GD&T interpretation)
Experience working in regulated, high-compliance environments (e.g., aerospace, defense, nuclear, or medical devices)
Familiarity with facility design, construction coordination, and equipment integration
Experience working in a beryllium-controlled or hazardous material environment, including knowledge of applicable safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and contamination controls
Demonstrated success managing large-scale or multi-site programs with high visibility
Strong leadership skills with experience driving cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority
Experience implementing process improvements, continuous improvement initiatives, or quality management systems

Dimensional Inspection is a critical quality control process in manufacturing used to verify that produced parts meet specific size, form, orientation, and location requirements, often involving Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). It ensures that parts fit together correctly, reduces waste, and enhances customer satisfaction by ensuring compliance with engineering specifications.