Travel‑Ready Calibration Technician (Level 1/2)

Northrop Grumman; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector seeks a Calibration Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 to join our team in Devens, MA, and East Hartford, CT. This role requires 50% travel between locations to address calibration needs and works a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Responsibilities include maintaining calibration databases, ensuring audit-ready records, coordinating calibration activities, generating reports, and supporting internal/external audits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 1).
• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 2).
• US Citizenship is a requirement for employment.
• Strong computer skills with databases or ERP systems preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the calibration database for all tools, gauges, and equipment
• Ensure all calibration records are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready
• Track and manage calibration schedules to ensure all equipment remains within required calibration intervals
• Coordinate internal and external calibration activities with vendors and internal teams
• Generate and review calibration reports, certifications, and related documentation
• Identify and follow up on overdue or missing calibration items
• Assist in investigating and documenting calibration discrepancies or nonconformances
• Support internal and external audits by providing calibration records and documentation
• Communicate with departments to ensure timely submission and return of equipment for calibration
• Maintain organized records and filing systems (electronic and/or physical)
• Must be able to travel 50% of the time between our facilities in Devens, MA, and East Hartford, CT
• Light to moderate physical exertion required
• Lifting/carrying Maximum lbs.: 25
• Regularly required to stand, reach, and move about the facility
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Databases

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector seeks a Calibration Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 to join our team in Devens, MA, and East Hartford, CT. This role requires 50% travel between locations to address calibration needs and works a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Responsibilities include maintaining calibration databases, ensuring audit-ready records, coordinating calibration activities, generating reports, and supporting internal/external audits.