1st Shift Calibration Technician II (M-F 7AM - 3:30 PM)

Woodward L'Orange•Santa Clarita, CA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. The Calibration Technician 2 is responsible for performing calibration and Intermediate repair/troubleshooting of instrumentation and measuring systems. Typical duties involve calibration of analog and digital pressure gauges, temperature controllers and thermocouples, weighing scales, tachometers and timers, flow meters and flow metering systems, electronic instruments and custom electrical test systems for fuel control applications, and machine tooling and fixtures. The Calibration Technician Level 2 also assists A&T Test operations personnel with troubleshooting of instrumentation systems to resolve intermediate problems with production test equipment. At Woodward, our “employees” are called and treated as “members” and we’ve created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. It’s an inclusive, positive, collaborative, and socially responsible environment where members work together for outstanding outcomes.

Requirements

Intermediate ability to read mechanical and electrical/electronic/hydraulic drawings and hydraulic schematics or blueprints.
Intermediate knowledge of electrical/electronic theory, mechanical principles, and hydraulics systems.
Ability to read and use a wide range of precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
Windows PC skills with some functional experience using spreadsheet, word processing, and database screens.
The ability to provide excellent service to internal customers.
The ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team.
Ability to learn and apply new concepts/techniques to work environment.
Ability to read and understand work documents, to communicate clearly to coworkers and supervisors, to listen attentively and comprehend key pieces of spoken information.
The ability to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
Intermediate knowledge of data acquisition systems.
Ability to prioritize work requirements.
Works with outside suppliers and customers.
US – High School Diploma required and US – Technical/Vocational Degree Instrumentation, calibration; mechanics, electronics and statistics
2-5 years’ Experience in mechanical/electronic instrument calibration/service in and manufacturing environment.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Responsibilities

Performs periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems per written work instructions and according to predetermined schedules with guidance from a level 3 technician.
Understands and is capable of operating all pressure calibration master systems including pressure masters and deadweight calibrator for pressure instrument calibration; deadweights for scale calibration; master timer for time calibrations and Wahl temperature master for temperature controller and thermocouple calibration; primary standard flow calibrators for calibration of turbine, positive displacement and coriolis flowmeter calibration; Fluke 5700 calibration standard for voltage, current and resistance calibration functions; performs calibration on inspection equipment, as needed.
Assists in diagnosing and correcting basic malfunctions in test equipment and associated instrumentation.
Participates in installation of instrumentation in test equipment, connecting instruments to existing hydraulic, mechanical systems in production or development test stands, as needed.
Works with Production and test Engineering to resolve Intermediate problems with calibration test equipment and ensure proper use and application of calibration instrumentation.
Documents mechanical or electrical problems and utilizes internal and external resources to find solutions to those intermediate problems as it relates to calibration.
Analyzes test results in relation to design or rated specification and test objectives; modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications.
Documents calibration work in an calibration database in compliance with quality requirements and to demonstrate compliance with customer and regulatory agency requirements.
Notifies Production Supervisors and consults with Engineering to resolve out of tolerance situations and analyze the impact on production hardware.
Verifies calibration requirements from work instructions with guidance from a Level 3 Technician for new equipment based on Engineering recommendations and input.
Participates in internal audits to meet quality requirements and demonstrate compliance with customer requirements.

Benefits

9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Bereavement Leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave