Calibration Technician

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.