Top 5 Required Skills (These are not preferred skill s. If the candidate does not have these required skills, they will be rejected completely)
1. Understanding of test equipment
2. Troubleshooting
3. Data Analysis
4. Problem Solving
5. Communication
Technologies: What does this temp must know to perform the required job duties (T hese are not preferred technologies - If they do not have these technologies they will be rejected completely)
Required Education:
Re quired Years of Experience
Associate’s degree in Electronics/Engineering or Military electronics experience preferred
- 2–5 years of experience in calibration or electronics testing
- Experience with calibration systems (METCAL, TME, CAL EXEC) preferred
Key Words:
Job Description:
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Calibration Technician – Job Description
Overview
The Calibration Technician operates in a fast-paced laboratory environment requiring strong multitasking ability, technical expertise, and minimal supervision. The role involves performing a wide range of calibrations on electronic and mechanical test equipment while ensuring compliance with applicable specifications, procedures, and accreditation requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform calibration of a wide variety of test and measurement equipment with little to no supervision
- Conduct both manual and automated calibrations using laboratory software systems
- Coordinate and manage daily workload independently, including prioritization of tasks
- Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot out-of-tolerance conditions and measurement errors
- Perform maintenance and minor repair of equipment
- Read and interpret technical data and specification sheets
- Prepare calibration reports and certificates with accurate documentation of results
- Work collaboratively with lab support staff and cross-functional teams
- Support lower-level technicians and assist calibration lead and/or supervisor
Primary Objectives
- Apply basic calibration techniques with high accuracy and minimal error rates
- Build foundational and advanced metrology skills
- Provide a focal point for the coordination of Metrology & Test Equipment (M&TE) calibration
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong understanding of electronic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
- Ability to learn new calibration techniques
- Ability to run multiple calibration stations at once
- Knowledge of uncertainty and measurement science
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read engineering documentation and specs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams
Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree in Electronics/Engineering or Military electronics experience preferred
- 2–5 years of experience in calibration or electronics testing
- Experience with calibration systems (METCAL, TME, CAL EXEC) preferred
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: At least two years of support experience in three or more of the following calibration areas:
- Power supply calibration (up to 1000 W)
- Frequency counter calibration
- Oscilloscope calibration (up to 33 GHz)
- Signal generator calibration (up to 26.5 GHz)
- Function generator calibration
- Power meter calibration
- Temperature chamber calibration
Preferred Qualifications:
All of the minimum qualification areas is preferred, along with support experience in four or more of the following advanced calibration areas:
- Digital signal generator calibration (LTE and TD-SCDMA)
- Spectrum or signal analyzer calibration (up to 50 GHz)
- Network analyzer calibration (up to 50 GHz)
- Power sensor calibration (up to 50 GHz)
- Communication analyzer calibration
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift ~50 lbs.
- Must be able to reach, above and below shoulder level, flex/extend neck and have good hand and finger dexterity.
Summary
Self-sufficient technician capable of high-quality calibration work while supporting team development and maintaining strict compliance requirements.