Calibration Technician, Test Equipment Services; Onsite

Overview

As a Calibration Technician, Test Equipment Services at Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the test equipment that supports our mission-essential aerospace systems. Working onsite, you’ll take ownership of highly complex calibration and repair tasks across AC/DC circuitry, applying deep electronic theory and advanced troubleshooting skills to keep our equipment performing at its best.

This is a hands-on technical role where your independence, precision, and attention to detail will have a direct impact on the quality and performance of our products. You’ll collaborate with engineers, provide technical recommendations, work from minimal documentation, and help shape new calibration processes that drive efficiency across the organization. You’ll work with a wide range of electrical and mechanical test equipment, support surrounding sites as needed, and manage a dynamic workload where priorities can shift quickly.

If you’re an experienced technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to the success of an industry leader, this role offers a meaningful next step in your technical career.

Location and Credentials

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121. Position Role Type:
Onsite. U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Person required; U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance:
DoD Secret;
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

• Calibrate and repair test equipment related to AC/DC circuitry
• Read electrical schematics
• Work under minimal supervision and perform a variety of highly complex technical tasks which require a substantial understanding of engineering techniques and all technical objectives
• Utilize effective communication and provide technical recommendations for capital, expense, and service acquisitions
• Work from minimal documentation or written or verbal instructions
• May assist engineers with design and development of new calibration processes
• Maintain a monthly/weekly workload of calibration and repair
• Support on-site calibration and repairs as needed at various surrounding sites
• Work with various electrical and mechanical test equipment
• Apply significant electronic theory to configure, model, layout, prototype, build, test, troubleshoot, determine solutions and modify electronic products for engineering efforts applicable to the department

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post–high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Educational or professional background in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), or equivalent technical training
• Strong knowledge of electronic circuitry and troubleshooting skills
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one
• Experience with AC/DC equipment such as multi-meters, calibrators, etc. preferred
• Excellent communicator both written and verbal
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair off prints, or written work instructions
• Must have good time management skills and work from a weekly/monthly to-do list and be able to re-organize if priorities suddenly shift

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee…