Metrology Technician: Precision Calibration & Lab Testing

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a Metrology Technician in Wichita to calibrate, test, and document aircraft-related instrumentation. You will perform close tolerance calibrations, troubleshoot specialized equipment, and conduct functional tests on experimental electronics and electrical-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities include data entry for calibration databases, photography for flight-test documentation, and inventory control of lab gear and batteries, with adherence to ITAR and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in applied science or electronics (or equivalent military experience) preferred.
• US citizen or permanent resident per ITAR.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical and electronics operating principles.
• Knowledge of electronic test and measurement equipment.
• Computer skills for word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentations.
• Technical writing to document test results.
• Knowledge of calibration methodology and metrology standards.
• Knowledge of testing methodology and test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, data recorders).

Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance calibrations, troubleshooting and repair of specialized instrumentation, including pressure, force loads, temperature/humidity, and fluid/pneumatic flow.
• Perform close tolerance calibrations, troubleshooting and repair of general-purpose test equipment (oscilloscopes, counters, generators).
• Conduct functional tests of experimental electronics and electrical-mechanical instrumentation components.
• Perform data entry for calibration database and generate recall reports.
• Conduct functional tests of experimental electronics or electrical-mechanical instrumentation components.
• Perform digital and film photography, including development, editing, conversion, and archiving for flight-test documentation.
• Maintain inventory and control of lab equipment, supplies and explosives.
• Perform conditioning, maintenance, and repair of aircraft batteries with inventory control and documentation.

Skills

Electrical-mechanical troubleshooting

Calibration & metrology

Electronic test equipment operation

Technical documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in applied science or electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Frequency counters

Signal generators

Other test equipment

Job description

Bombardier is seeking a Metrology Technician in Wichita to calibrate, test, and document aircraft-related instrumentation. You will perform close tolerance calibrations, troubleshoot specialized equipment, and conduct functional tests on experimental electronics and electrical-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities include data entry for calibration databases, photography for flight-test documentation, and inventory control of lab gear and batteries, with adherence to ITAR and safety standards.