Calibration Technician II — Onsite, 9/80 Schedule

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks a Calibration Technician – Level 2 for 100% onsite work with a 9/80 schedule. You will calibrate, repair, and document measurements across diverse instruments, ensuring quality and accuracy under detailed specs.

Travel is 10% and a Secret/SCI clearance is required for eligible candidates. Primary salary range listed is $56,000.00 to $93,400.00, with discretionary bonuses possible and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education/related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance and SCI.
• Experience in calibration lab setting: DC/Low Frequency.
• PMEL or pre-engineering education (with degree or certification) and three years.
• DC/Low Frequency experience in metrology functions.
• Demonstrated experience in progressively more complicated calibration and maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of precision measuring equipment and calibration systems.
• Knowledge of measurement theory application and processes in more than one discipline.
• Active SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate electronic test‑measuring and signal‑generating equipment to meet established standards.
• Test, adjust, and maintain electrical, electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, hydro‑mechanical, and pressure‑type instruments.
• Set up calibration sequences, methods, and procedures using detailed specifications, blueprints, and drawings.
• Disassemble, clean, repair, and replace defective parts on test equipment (e.g., pressure gauges, tension meters).
• Monitor and verify quality using statistical process control or other control procedures.
• Independently develop and execute unique measurements; adapt equipment and standards for non‑routine tasks.
• Diagnose and repair equipment that fails standard diagnostic and corrective practices.
• Create and refine diagnostic techniques; modify equipment to achieve required repairs and measurements.
• Document procedures, methods, and systems for performing measurements; maintain accurate calibration records.
• Assist equipment users in developing methods and procedures for obtaining accurate measurements, including operation of equipment for complex or difficult tasks.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Calibration lab

DC/Low Frequency

Security clearance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2 years related education/experience

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks a Calibration Technician – Level 2 for 100% onsite work with a 9/80 schedule. You will calibrate, repair, and document measurements across diverse instruments, ensuring quality and accuracy under detailed specs.

Travel is 10% and a Secret/SCI clearance is required for eligible candidates. Primary salary range listed is $56,000.00 to $93,400.00, with discretionary bonuses possible and a comprehensive benefits package.