Calibration Technician

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Full Time – Employee Manual Labor Fife, Fife, WA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands‑on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission‑critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals.

Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands‑on ownership and real visibility – you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer.

At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride.
One Team! One Mission!

Calibration Technician must be able to maintain a clean, safe, and controlled work environment and interface effectively with fellow employees, customers, and suppliers. Daily activities include responding to calibration due notices in a timely manner, performing in‑house gauge calibration, managing the outsourcing of gauge calibration as needed, and managing customer owned gauges.

• Working a full‑time, onsite position at our Fife, WA location.
• Calibrate and/or arrange for the Calibration of Mechanical tools (gauges, micrometers, calipers, & inspection fixtures) throughout the facility.
• Complete all regularly scheduled assignments and/or clearly defined verbal directives, in a timely manner.
• Test and calibrate measuring instruments to maintain functionality and accuracy traceable to N.I.S.T.
• Perform routine calibration tasks using only prescribed procedures, work instructions, and/or applicable ISO requirements for measurement processes and measuring equipment.
• Maintain outside calibration certification files
  
  Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 3 years experience in instrumentation calibration industry, with experience in testing and calibration of measuring instruments and in maintaining their functionality and accuracy.
• Must be able to interpret and apply applicable ISO, AS9100, and QMS requirements as they relate to calibration.
• Familiarity with various precision measuring devices & excellent mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of calibration systems, gage tracking, and tool life management.

• Background in aerospace, precision machining, or high‑mix/low‑volume production.
• Experience with MRP/ERP platforms (e.g., JobBOSS, Epicor, or similar).
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S tool room practices.
• Technical certification in manufacturing technology, machining, or industrial maintenance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Choice of medical plan options, including a no‑cost employee‑only coverage plan
• HSA‑eligible health plan with employer contributions
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage
  401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
• Shift differentials for applicable off‑shifts
• Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance

The Calibration Technician Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $30 – $45 per hour commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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