Calibration Technician

Safran S.A.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (AVOX Systems Inc) in Lancaster, NY is seeking a Calibration Engineer who will develop calibration testing procedures with engineers, identify and correct measurement errors, and maintain calibration records.

The role requires 2–3 years industrial calibration experience, an associate degree in engineering technologies, and strong Windows/Microsoft Office skills; some responsibilities involve off-site equipment support and on-site production collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have 2–3 years in industrial or manufacturing calibration experience.
• Read, interpret and understand specifications and schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate in reports/procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop calibration testing procedures in cooperation with the requesting engineer.
• Identify and correct measurement errors quickly.
• Compile, measure and record data and maintain the calibration database.
• Training subordinates and researching advances in calibration techniques.

Skills

Calibration

Computer

Electrical

Industrial

Manufacturing

Mechanical

Mechatronics

Quality

Systems Engineering

Education

Associate of Applied Science, Engineering Technologies

2-year vocational or equivalent education/experience

Calibration Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows PC

Job description

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

1. Must be capable of developing calibration testing procedures, in cooperation with the requesting engineer, for each piece of equipment based on technical specifications and end use.
   • Some equipment is located off-site.
2. Measurement errors must be quickly identified and corrected.
3. Instruments that require inspection and repair may be of an acoustical, chemical, electrical, fluid, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, or thermodynamic nature.
4. Compile, measure and record data (as-found & as-left) from each instrument, and maintain the associated calibration database.
5. Additional tasks may include training subordinates, ordering replacement parts for faulty equipment, and researching/instituting advances in calibration techniques (such as but not limited to Cpk).
6. This position emphasizes healthy customer relationships, positive team-work attitudes, and full cooperation with auditors Education -

Required – Calibration, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Quality, or Systems Engineering; Associate of Applied Science, Engineering Technologies degree, 2-year vocational or equivalent education/experience

Preferred - Calibration Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science or Calibration Technician Certification Program

Experience -

• Required – 2 to 3 years in industrial or manufacturing calibration experience
• Preferred – 5+ years in industrial/manufacturing calibration experience, with some pneumatic calibration experience

Special Knowledge/Skills -

Required

• Proficient with Windows based PC and Microsoft Office Suite
• Read, interpret and understand specifications and schematics
• Ability to troubleshoot
• Self-driven, organized, critical thinker, and high attention to detail
• Ability to communicate well verbally and through written reports/procedures
• Understanding of NIST traceability

Preferred

• Understanding of pneumatics (pressure & flow), electrical (DC & AC), and forces
• Oxygen safety training
• Aptitude for math, technical writing, and advanced knowledge of computers (i.e. serial communications, setting up drivers and applications)

Listed above are the ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of this job classification. Employees in this job classification may be required to perform various other duties including but not limited to training, administration, and housekeeping. In addition, employees in this job classification are responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of the product or service they provide. They will carry out those duties, in a safe and cooperative manner, per established policies, practices and procedures. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (AVOX Systems Inc) is a U.S. based Safran Company located in Lancaster, NY that designs, manufactures and services oxygen life support respiratory systems, related personal protective equipment, and aircraft accessories for the aviation and government markets. Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US functions as a part of Safran, with international locations. We provide innovative oxygen solutions to the aircraft industry.For 90+ years, Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (formerly Scott Aviation) has been a supplier of respiratory systems and components for aviation use. We have a reputation for commitment to quality and service and have always strived to support and delight our customers.Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (AVOX Systems Inc.) provides oxygen systems and components for both commercial and military aircraft. Our products are currently flying on most operating aircraft, including rotary wing.