Metrology Technician ll

Yulista Solutions LLC

Regular

AFRC - Metrology Technician II
 

Job Description

Primary Function

The Metrology Technician provides support in Test, Maintenance, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) calibration and repair.  Performs entry-level calibration and inspection of measurement and test equipment under supervision. Uses standard procedures and documents results in calibration systems.

Essential Duties

Calibration Technician shall perform the following:

• Test, calibrate, and maintain electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, analytical, and electronic measuring, recording and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established performance standards.
• Distinguish between base and derived International System of Units (SI) and how to apply, convert, and use them.
• Use measuring and test equipment (MTE) to measure various parameters.
• Select appropriate standards based on measurement requirements, equipment availability, and specifications.
• Understand principles and hierarchy of standards and importance of measurement traceability.
• Use measurement methods, distinguish between measurement characteristics, and correct for various error sources.
• Apply MTE specifications and their characteristics to the calibration results.
• Understands proficiency testing, Measurement Assurance Program (MAP) concepts.
• Know components of calibration procedures, use common manual and automated calibration methods, and comply with regulations and general industry practices.
• Recognize the impact that the environment has on calibration, understand MTE calibration and validation processes.
• Manage records and maintain document control systems that support calibration and measurement systems.
• Understand basic measurement uncertainty terms, understand uncertainty budget development, calculate uncertainty estimate by applying technical mathematics and basic statistical techniques.
• Distinguish between quality system components, recognize methods and tools used to develop, improve, and review a quality management system.
• Identify nonconformances and assess the validity of previous measurement results.
• Understand quality auditing processes and documentation requirements.
• Understand safety requirements, identify potential hazards and use personal protective equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience to include inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, aligning, calibrating, and certifying TMDE, using metrology laboratory working standards.
• Strong working knowledge of measurement uncertainty and traceability
• Experience with calibration software and automated systems

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a Military DOD metrology training program or similar formal training, such as the Precision Measurement Equipment Course (PMEL), or be a Certified Calibration Technician through the American Society for Quality unless waived by the COR.
• Calibration technicians must comply with all ANSI/NCSL Z540.1 certification requirements.
• Technical training or associate’s degree; 3-6 years calibration or instrumentation experience.

Working Environment

A fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.  Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities.  Overtime may be required.

Working Environment

A fast paced multi-tasking customer service oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.  Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities.  Overtime may be required.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.