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

Woodward L'Orange•Santa Clarita, CA

About The Position

Woodward is hiring a Calibration Technician 2 for a full-time, regular position anticipated to continue through July 31, 2027. The position is in scope for layoff because product lines are relocating, and negotiated severance benefits will be available following termination. The technician performs calibrations and intermediate repairs and troubleshooting for instrumentation and measuring systems, including pressure and temperature instruments, scales, tachometers, timers, flow meters, electronic instruments, custom electrical test systems, and machine tooling and fixtures. The role also assists test operations personnel with intermediate troubleshooting of production test equipment. Work is performed under the guidance of a Level 3 Technician and in coordination with Production and Test Engineering. The position is part of an IAM-bargained group and is subject to ITAR and EAR requirements: applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by those regulations or have the required authorizations.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Technical or vocational degree in instrumentation, calibration, mechanics, electronics, or statistics.
2–5 years of experience in mechanical or electronic instrument calibration or service in a manufacturing environment.
Intermediate ability to read mechanical, electrical/electronic, and hydraulic drawings, hydraulic schematics, or blueprints.
Intermediate knowledge of electrical/electronic theory, mechanical principles, and hydraulic systems.
Ability to read and use a wide range of precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
Windows PC skills and some functional experience with spreadsheets, word processing, and database screens.
Ability to provide excellent service to internal customers and collaborate cooperatively with others.
Ability to learn and apply new concepts and techniques.
Ability to read and understand work documents, communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors, and listen attentively and comprehend spoken information.
Ability to perform work tasks safely and efficiently.
Intermediate knowledge of data acquisition systems.
Ability to prioritize work requirements.
Ability to work with outside suppliers and customers.
Must be a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR definitions or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Commerce.

Responsibilities

Perform periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems according to written work instructions and schedules, with guidance from a Level 3 Technician.
Operate calibration standards and systems for pressure, scales, time, temperature, flow, voltage, current, and resistance calibrations.
Perform calibration of inspection equipment as needed.
Assist in diagnosing and correcting basic malfunctions in test equipment and associated instrumentation.
Participate in installing instrumentation in production or development test equipment and connecting instruments to existing hydraulic and mechanical systems as needed.
Work with Production and Test Engineering to resolve intermediate calibration-equipment problems and ensure proper use and application of calibration instrumentation.
Document mechanical or electrical problems and use internal and external resources to find solutions.
Analyze test results against design or rated specifications and objectives; modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
Document calibration work in the calibration database in compliance with quality requirements and customer and regulatory requirements.
Notify Production Supervisors and consult with Engineering about out-of-tolerance situations and their impact on production hardware.
Verify calibration requirements for new equipment against work instructions, with Level 3 Technician guidance and Engineering input.
Participate in internal audits to meet quality requirements and demonstrate compliance with customer requirements.