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Collins Aerospace · 6 hours ago

Calibration Technician, Test Equipment Services (Onsite)

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in aerospace systems, and they are seeking a Calibration Technician to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test equipment. The role involves calibrating and repairing test equipment related to AC/DC circuitry, collaborating with engineers, and managing a dynamic workload.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Calibrate and repair test equipment related to AC/DC circuitry

Must be able to read electrical schematics

Work under minimal supervision and perform a variety of highly complex technical tasks which require a substantial understanding of engineering techniques and all technical objectives

Utilize effective communication and provides technical recommendations for capital, expense, and service acquisitions

Works from minimal documentation or written or verbal instructions

May assist engineers with design and development of new calibration processes

Maintains a monthly/weekly workload of calibration and repair

Support on-site calibration and repairs as needed at various surrounding sites

Work with various electrical and mechanical test equipment

Applies significant electronic theory to configure, model, layout, prototype, build, test, troubleshoot, determine solutions and modify electronic products for engineering efforts applicable to the department

Qualification

Calibration of test equipmentAC/DC circuitry knowledgeElectronic troubleshootingReading electrical schematicsTechnical recommendationsEffective communicationTime management

Required

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post–high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

Educational or professional background in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), or equivalent technical training

Strong knowledge of electronic circuitry and troubleshooting skills

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one

Experience with AC/DC equipment such as multi-meters, calibrators, etc. preferred

Excellent communicator both written and verbal

Ability to troubleshoot and repair off prints, or written work instructions

Must have good time management skills and work from a weekly/monthly to-do list and be able to re-organize if priorities suddenly shift

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!