Avionics Calibration Technician – ISO 17025/UKAS

AMETEK; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading avionics service provider in Slough seeks a Calibration Technician to ensure precision and compliance with ISO standards. Responsibilities include calibrating RF equipment, completing certificates, and diagnosing faulty equipment. The ideal candidate has proven experience, strong calibration knowledge, and technical qualifications. This role offers benefits such as medical insurance, 25 holidays, parking, and a pension plan, fostering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical expenses insurance scheme

25 Days + Bank Holidays

On-site parking

Death in Service Benefit

Group Personal Pension Plan

Perkbox after probation

Qualifications

• Experience in inspection and calibration within manufacturing or aerospace sectors.
• Excellent understanding of BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.
• Experience in repair to the component level.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration of RF and electronic equipment.
• Ensure accurate completion of calibration certificates.
• Participate in UKAS and accreditation audits.
• Create measurement uncertainty budgets.
• Diagnose and repair equipment that fails calibration.

Skills

Proven experience as a Calibration Technician

Strong knowledge of calibration practices

Ability to diagnose and repair equipment

Good understanding of circuit diagrams

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Technical qualification (Degree, HND, or HNC preferred)

Recognised trade qualification or relevant military education

Job description

A leading avionics service provider in Slough seeks a Calibration Technician to ensure precision and compliance with ISO standards. Responsibilities include calibrating RF equipment, completing certificates, and diagnosing faulty equipment. The ideal candidate has proven experience, strong calibration knowledge, and technical qualifications. This role offers benefits such as medical insurance, 25 holidays, parking, and a pension plan, fostering a supportive work environment.