Onsite Calibration Technician II - Advanced Diagnostics

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

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Calibration Technician – Level 2 for our Redondo Beach, CA site. The role is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and travel up to 10%.

You will calibrate and repair a wide range of test equipment, develop measurement methods, and document procedures to support strict quality standards. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience, and the ability to obtain a US government Secret security clearance and SCI.

Qualifications

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

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

Measurement accuracy

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

DC/Low Frequency

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Calibration Technician – Level 2 for our Redondo Beach, CA site. The role is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and travel up to 10%.

You will calibrate and repair a wide range of test equipment, develop measurement methods, and document procedures to support strict quality standards. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience, and the ability to obtain a US government Secret security clearance and SCI.