Metrology Electronic Calibration Technician

Job Title

Metrology Electronic Calibration Technician

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Onsite – Torrance, CA

• Associate’s degree or equivalent Technical Training in a relevant field plus 3 years or more of related experience in electrical calibration, assembly, repair and/or maintenance, OR
• High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division plus 7 years or more of related experience in electronic calibration, assembly, repair and/or maintenance or repair of components and/or test systems.
• Proficient in the use of a variety of precision electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical measuring equipment and standards to calibrate and assist in the repair of electronic components and complex test stands and systems.
• This position requires strong planning and organization and interpersonal skills to effectively and efficiently perform calibrations/repairs and resolve or elevate issues for the timely return to service of MTE.

Complete calibrations of electronic-related measurement and test equipment (MTE) timely and accurately with minimal supervision to support the value streams and customers. This includes planned and unplanned calibrations, troubleshooting, disassembly and repairs when a breakdown or malfunction occurs. Interpret and work directly from drawings, calibration procedures, Moog specifications, manufacturer’s instructions, and/or applicable Military Specifications to complete calibrations and, when required, perform fault isolation diagnosis in a logical sequence to isolate the origin of the fault to the lowest level component possible.

This includes knowledge of the requirements in the various departments that calibration supports and working directly with assembly, manufacturing and model shop supervision, operators and engineering personnel to provide those departments with technical expertise in Electronic/Test Stand related calibration. Participate and assist in capability studies with Test Equipment Engineers and Product Engineers when related to the calibration of the test equipment.

Assist with hydraulic calibrations or repairs when electronic test equipment is involved.

Vendor interaction and processing of MTE calibrations including review of vendor certifications, processing of equipment returned from the vendor for calibration and/or repair, processing and implementation of any newly purchased equipment, support on-site vendor calibrations, and ensuring the maintenance of laboratory standards while coordinating the calibration with contracted calibration services. The incumbent will also help to resolve technical issues with vendors and/or contracted services or escalate when necessary.

Undertake appropriate training in conjunction with equipment changes and/or improvements in technology and methods to stay abreast of the latest technological advances within the field.

Provide recommendations for updating existing calibration test procedures and data sheets. This may include working directly with a Calibration Engineer and/or Senior Level Technician to complete an initial calibration or, after an upgrade, to establish acceptable standards and methods to be followed in subsequent calibrations.

Ensure maintenance of calibration records and traceability to the National Bureau of Standards as well as compliance with applicable Military Standards and specifications. Review all calibration data and records for completeness, accuracy, and reporting of significant out-of-tolerance conditions. Complete necessary forms (i.e., purchase requisitions, missing item reports, etc.) for the timely completion of calibration activities.

Support internal, regulatory, registrar and customer audits. Participate in root cause investigation and corrective action implementation of immediate and permanent corrective actions to prevent a recurrence.

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