How youll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities) The Calibration Technician plays a crucial role in an aerospace Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility for a major airline, with a focus on the inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and calibration of various tools and equipment. This includes industrial machinery, test benches, and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.Proficiency in interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals is essential, as is the ability to utilize a range of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, and spectrum analyzers, along with various types of Test, Measure, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) is needed.Familiarity with industry standards, diagrams, sketches, and manufacturer specifications is also required to ensure accurate calibration practices. Performs calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and adjustment in the laboratory or in-place on physical/mechanical Test, Measure and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) such as, but not limited to: pressure, vacuum, liquid and gas flow, mass, length, optical, temperature, torque, force, vibration, dimensional tools and tachometry calibrations.Interprets and utilizes NIST and/or other International Standards Organization (ISO) or other reports and corrections for any level of calibration and measurement.Maintains current knowledge of all physical equipment and measurement techniques to perform state-of-the-art measurements with minimum engineering direction.Perform the following duties in coordination with the Metrology laboratory and/or in-place functions: recommend calibration/repair techniques and calibration/repair systems for new types of instruments; recommend changes to update existing calibration and/or repair stations by determining substitution of instruments, supporting equipment, and methods; determine range, accuracy and uncertainty requirements of laboratory equipment necessary to perform valid calibrations and/or repairs; inform supervision of any deficiencies in measurement and/or repair capability and recommend necessary changes to meet requirements.Assist in the generation and proof-testing of new calibration procedures, reviews, and updates of old procedures to reflect new technology and/or equipment improvements. Recommend new calibration and/or repair techniques and substitution of instruments and components.Assist engineers in the development of uncertainty analysis, reports, and check standards for accreditation in measurement parameters. Collect test and check standard data to meet accreditation standards. Prepare trend charts for calibration reference and check standards. Perform accreditation testing on standards and artifacts.Prepare for and participate in Government and/or customer and commercial audits, assessments, such as the MIP (Measurement Intercomparison Program), MAP (Measurement Audit Program), and accreditation audit programs.Identify instruments which can no longer be maintained within specified tolerances or operate throughout a specified range and recommend appropriate solution such as retirement, duration, limited performance, etc. Assist engineering in troubleshooting of instrument problems.Perform necessary liaison with Company and/or vendor personnel to investigate instrument malfunctions.
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way: Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives. 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9. New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31). In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period. 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave. Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits. Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages. Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health. Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members. Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals. World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies. Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together. Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare.
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications) Must possess basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, composites and pneumatic disciplines as they apply to aircraft systems.Must achieve a satisfactory score on assessments structured to determine the ability to perform essential job functions.Must have a valid drivers license.Must be able to pass an extensive background check and drug test.Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including rotating or fixed shifts, weekends and holidays.Must be able to read and write English and comprehend and apply information contained in technical manuals.Must meet the physical requirements which qualify a person to perform essential job functions.Must be able to multi-task and work under pressure. (If transferring internally) Must be performing satisfactorily in present position.Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications) Prior Calibration Laboratory experience.