Calibration Technician II

Sierra Space•Broomfield, CO

About The Position

The Calibration Technician II performs advanced calibration tasks, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with industry standards. The role requires a solid understanding of calibration principles, familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards, and the ability to interact with calibration vendors. Responsibilities include maintaining Tool Registry records and generating calibration recall reports; gathering Measurement and Test Equipment (MTE) that is not in use on the production floor for upcoming calibration; notifying MTE holders when calibration is due; and staging and preparing MTE for calibration. The technician contacts vendors for quotes, shipping restrictions, and RMAs, initiates Internal Purchase Requests (IPRs) for calibration services, and generates shipping requests for outgoing MTE. The role also involves receiving and reviewing calibrated MTE for accuracy and compliance, generating Lost Tool Forms when needed, creating identifications for cables, MTE, and standard equipment, and helping establish control methods and document future calibration cycles. The technician implements 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness practices and supports quality and operational efficiency through compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.

Requirements

Typically 2+ years of related experience.
Basic understanding of general best shop practices, including PPE and shop safety requirements.
Ability to perform basic equipment setup and competency with hand tools.
Ability to review and approve calibration certificates.
Demonstrated ability to implement 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.
Basic understanding of different calibration standards.
Basic understanding of calibration service locations and vendor interactions.
Proficiency in generating calibration recall reports.
Ability to establish calibration service locations, such as a Calibration Lab, Specialty Calibration Service, or OEM.
Basic skills in contacting calibration vendors for quotes, shipping restrictions, and RMAs.
Ability to initiate IPRs for calibration services.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a calibration or metrology environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience with calibration software and databases.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Advanced knowledge of calibration tools and equipment.
Strong communication skills for vendor interactions and internal notifications.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced calibration tasks and maintain accurate records.
Maintain Tool Registry records and generate calibration recall reports.
Gather MTE not in use on the production floor for upcoming calibration and notify individuals who possess MTE requiring calibration.
Stage and prepare MTE for calibration.
Contact calibration vendors to obtain quotes, shipping restrictions, and RMAs.
Initiate IPRs for calibration services and generate shipping requests for outgoing MTE.
Receive and review returning calibrated MTE for accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
Generate Lost Tool Forms when necessary.
Create new identifications for cables, MTE, and standard equipment.
Assist in establishing control methods and documenting future calibration cycles.
Implement 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness practices.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.