Calibration Technician Specialist

Calibration Technician Specialist | Lockheed Martin

Occupational

Summary:

This classification requires the performance of precise calibration measurements and repair functions on electrical/electronic/physical/mechanical type reference and secondary standards, and related equipment on a Navy facility or within Navy vessels. Maintain standards to the requirements necessary for achieving traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the United States Navy, or other recognized national metrology institutes. Utilize technical expertise, knowledge, techniques, and procedures in the calibration of equipment and instruments.

Independently determine and perform all operations required for complete calibration, repair, and maintenance of instruments and measurement systems including malfunction diagnosis and correction. An increased level of coordination, scheduling, security access, physical capability, physical mobility and worksite travel is required for In-Place calibrations.

Work Performed:
Plan methods, procedures, documentation, and determine that equipment to be calibrated is in suitable condition for calibration and use, locate faults, and complete repairs. Perform calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and adjustment in the laboratory or in-place on electrical/electronic or physical/mechanical Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) such as, but not limited to: AC/DC voltage, AC/DC current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, power, phase, frequency, and microwave, pressure, vacuum, liquid and gas flow, mass length, optical, temperature, humidity, torque, force vibration, and tachometry calibrations.

Analyze errors, interpret and utilize NIST, International Standards Organization (ISO), or other reports and corrections for any level of calibration and measurement. Maintain current knowledge of equipment and measurement techniques to perform measurements with minimum direction from metrologists. Assist in the generation and proof-testing of new calibration procedures. Review and update procedures to reflect new technology and/or equipment improvements. Use manuals, procedures, data sheets, along with the recommended equipment to adjust, measure, and record equipment performance parameters under specified conditions during the performance of testing and calibration.

Inform metrologists of instruments which can no longer be maintained within specified tolerances or operate throughout a specified range. Recommend an appropriate solution such as retirement, deration, limited performance, etc. Assist metrologists in troubleshooting of instrument problems. Monitor the performance of laboratory standards in use. Troubleshoot and repair laboratory standards as required. Collect data for trend charts and check standards.

Participate in Government and commercial audits and assessments. Perform in-place calibrations. Perform related duties as required. Provide guidance and assistance to less experienced employees in the performance of duties described.

Desired

Skills:

Previous In-Place calibration experience. Demonstrated ability to communicate across functions to achieve desired outcomes. Flexibility to support after-hour emergent work. Proven history of working and developing peers and/or lower-level employees. Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude, i.e., effectively prepare work standards and resources required to support scheduled service.

Work Schedule Information:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Work Schedule:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Secret

EEO:
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

National Pay Statement:
The base range for this position in Washington is $34.87 - $49.48. Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.