Naval Shipbuilding
Carrier and submarine programs in Hampton Roads need inspectors who can measure large structures and machined parts.
CMM Recruiting · Virginia
Virginia's manufacturing is anchored by naval shipbuilding in Newport News and Norfolk, nuclear components in Lynchburg and a wide network of defense contractors. We recruit CMM programmers, CMM operators and quality inspectors for manufacturers in Newport News, Norfolk and Richmond and across Virginia.

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Virginia Industries
We understand the parts, standards and quality systems behind Virginia's biggest manufacturing sectors.
Carrier and submarine programs in Hampton Roads need inspectors who can measure large structures and machined parts.
Nuclear manufacturing around Lynchburg requires inspectors who follow strict quality procedures.
Defense contractors across the state need CMM programmers with strong documentation habits.
CMM Roles in Virginia
From second-shift inspectors to the engineers who run the quality lab.
Offline and online programmers for naval shipbuilding and nuclear components manufacturers in Newport News, Norfolk and beyond
Operators who run, edit and troubleshoot programs on first, second and third shift
First article, in-process and final inspectors for Virginia production floors
Engineers who own measurement strategy, GD&T and customer quality
The Virginia Market
Virginia has a steady base of manufacturers that depend on CMM inspection, but a limited pool of experienced programmers. Employers around Newport News and Norfolk often compete with neighboring states for the same people, so a fast process and a clear offer make the difference.
Every candidate we present is screened on CMM software, blueprint reading and GD&T before you see a resume, so your team spends its time interviewing people who can actually do the job.
For Virginia Employers
Whether you need one CMM programmer in Newport News or a full inspection crew in Norfolk, we deliver screened candidates ready to contribute from day one.
For Virginia Candidates
We represent CMM professionals to respected Virginia manufacturers, including many roles that are never publicly posted. Our service is always free to you.
FAQ
Most Virginia searches produce qualified, screened candidates within one to two weeks. Senior or highly specialized roles, such as lead programmers in naval shipbuilding, can take longer, and we give you a realistic timeline on the first call.
We recruit statewide, including Newport News, Norfolk, Richmond, Lynchburg and Roanoke, along with the smaller towns and industrial parks around them. When relocation makes sense, we also recruit from neighboring states such as Maryland and West Virginia.
It depends on the industry. Across Virginia's naval shipbuilding sector, portable arms, laser trackers and PolyWorks or Spatial Analyzer are common, alongside PC-DMIS on bridge CMMs. We match candidates to the exact software, machines and part types on your floor.
Yes. We offer direct hire, contract and contract to hire placements across Virginia, including short-term coverage for audits, product launches and first article backlogs.
Yes. Employers pay our fee, so CMM programmers, operators and inspectors in Virginia never pay anything, and every search is kept confidential.
Contact
Tell us about your role or your next career move. A recruiter who knows the Virginia market will respond within one business day.