Dimensional Calibration Technician 2

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Corinne (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Dimensional Calibration Technician – Level 2 to join our team in Promontory, UT. This 100% on-site role calibrates, tests, and maintains diverse measurement equipment for field and lab work, with an emphasis on traceability to standards and ISO 17025.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, and a willingness to work in varied weather and hours, with a 4/10 schedule and Friday off. Upon hire, candidates may pursue advanced calibration responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education or related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Experience with dimensional hand tools and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMs, laser systems, optical comparators, vision systems.
• Willingness to work in field and laboratory settings; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate dimensional test and measuring equipment to established standards.
• Test, calibrate, adjust, and maintain electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, and force/pressure instruments.
• Set up calibration sequences and procedures from specifications, blueprints, and drawings.
• Disassemble and clean instruments to perform calibrations.
• Monitor and verify quality using SPC and related procedures.
• Independently calibrate and certify M&TE with traceability to NIST or constants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dimensional metrology

Calibration expertise

Education

High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years further education

Tools

Measuring machines

Laser systems

Optical comparators

Vision systems

Coordinate Measuring Machines

Height gauges

Gage blocks

Torque tools

Scales and balances

Weights

MetTeam software

Job description

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Dimensional Calibration Technician – Level 2 to join our team in Promontory, UT . This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Dimensional Calibration Technician calibrates, tests, adjusts, and maintains a wide range of electronic, dimensional, and mechanical test and measuring equipment. This role supports both field and laboratory operations, ensuring equipment traceability to NIST or fundamental constants and adherence to ISO 17025 requirements. The technician works closely with mentors and program teams to meet customer turnaround commitments and quality requirements.

This position will work a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off. Start time for this role is 5:30am - 6:00am.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Calibrate dimensional test and measuring equipment to conform to established standards.

• Test, calibrate, adjust, and maintain electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, force, and pressure-type measuring and indicating instruments.

• Set up calibration sequences, methods, and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements.

• Disassemble and clean instruments, as required, to perform calibration.

• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and other control procedures.

• Independently determine and perform operations required to calibrate and certify physical/mechanical Measuring & Test Equipment (M&TE), maintaining traceability to NIST or fundamental constants.

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experienc

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance

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• General purpose dimensional hand tools (micrometers, vernier calipers, dial indicators, bore gages, plug and ring gages, pin gages)

• Extensive knowledge and experience using, Including but not limited to:

• Measuring machines

• Laser systems

• Optical comparators (with Metlogic2 software)

• Vision systems

• Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

• Height gages

• Gage blocks

• Torque tools/equipment

• Scales and balance

• Weights

• MetTeam software

• Mix of field and laboratory work.

• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions when performing field calibrations.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repetitively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in calibration of electrical, dimensional, thermodynamic, mass, force, pressure, and torque disciplines.

• Understanding of ISO 17025 (General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories), or willingness to develop this knowledge

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to quantify measurement uncertainty.

• Ability to read and interpret specifications, blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation.

• Proficiency with calibration management software (e.g., MetTeam) is a plus.

• Effective communication skills and ability to train other technicians.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $48,400.00 - $80,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Mission and Quality Assurance