Calibration Technician - UAE

RTX•El Paso, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. This position is located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This assignment is for short term only.

Requirements

Must have a strong background in digital electronics and RF / Microwave
Must have a minimum of 4 years experience in calibration of electronic equipment
Must have a deep understanding of the principles and concepts related to measurement, calibration, and instrumentation
Must be meticulous in their work, as minor discrepancies in measurements can have significant consequences, and carefully follow established procedures, document their work, and ensure that all measurements are accurate and reliable
Must be proficient in using computers and various software applications related to their work
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiar with various types of measuring equipment and understanding their operation, maintenance, and calibration requirements
A strong foundation in mathematics, as they must perform calculations and interpret numerical data to ensure the accuracy of measurements and calibrations.
Previous experience in International Patriot FMS Programs.
Experience living and working in an overseas location.
Demonstrated experience with Contractor Logistics Support.

Responsibilities

Schedule and perform calibration of Critical and Non-Critical Process Equipment and Laboratory Standards and complete all required documentation.
Coordinate repair and/or calibration services with external vendors and assist with purchase order processing.
Implement new Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) related to internal calibrations and provide recommendations and revisions to SOP's as required to advance laboratory capability from an on-site calibration service towards a Standards Calibration Laboratory (Type 1).
Participate in calibration system audits.
Provide responsive customer service and be responsible for staff certification training.
Conduct all maintenance activities in support of the UAE in accordance with standard US Army maintenance concepts, practices, and procedures as stipulated within AR 750-1.
Ensure functional details and knowledge associated with each task performed by Calibration Technician shall be made available / transferred to UAE military Calibration Technicians via on-the-job-training principles and concepts.
Facilitate UAE Calibration Technicians in becoming self-sufficient in PATRIOT Calibration support activities.