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Calibration Technician - Electrical

Woodward, Inc.
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Level 2 :

  • Estimated annual base pay : $23.23(minimum) - $29.04(midpoint) - $34.85(maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime IF APPLICABLE

Level 3 :

  • Estimated annual base pay : $29.46(minimum) - $36.83(midpoint) - $44.20(maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime IF APPLICABLE
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)

  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training / Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including :
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
  • Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Calibration Technician, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Calibration Technician 2 reports to the Facilities Leader and is responsible for performing calibration and advanced repair / troubleshooting of instrumentation and measuring systems.

    What You Will Be Doing

    Primary Responsibility : Electrical Calibration on Test Stands.

    Level 2 :

  • Performs periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems per written work instructions and according to predetermined schedules. Understands and is capable of operating all pressure calibration master systems including DH pressure masters and deadweight calibrator for pressure instrument calibration; deadweights for scale calibration; master timer for time calibrations and Wahl temperature master for temperature controller and thermocouple calibration; EG&G primary standard flow calibrators for calibration of turbine, positive displacement and Coriolis flowmeter calibration; Fluke 5700 calibration standard for voltage, current and resistance calibration functions.
  • Diagnoses and corrects most malfunctions in test equipment and associated instrumentation. May work with Test Engineering to resolve complex problems.
  • Coordinates and participates in installation of instrumentation in test equipment, connecting instruments to existing hydraulic, mechanical and electronic systems in production or development test stands.
  • Works with Production Engineering to resolve complex problems with test equipment and Test Engineering to ensure proper use and application of instrumentation.
  • Documents mechanical or electrical problems and utilizes internal and external resources to find solutions to those problems.
  • Level 3 :

  • Performs periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems per written work instructions and according to predetermined schedules. Understands and is capable of operating all pressure calibration master systems including DH pressure masters and deadweight calibrator for pressure instrument calibration; deadweights for scale calibration; master timer for time calibrations and Wahl temperature master for temperature controller and thermocouple calibration; Fluke 5700 calibration standard for voltage, current and resistance calibration functions. Must also be knowledgeable in position sensing instrumentation such as LVDT's, RVDT's, resolvers, and demodulation techniques for use in calibrating electronic test boxes.
  • Diagnoses and corrects most complex problems in test equipment and associated instrumentation. Routinely works with Test Engineering to resolve complex problems.
  • Coordinates installation of instrumentation in test equipment, connecting instruments to existing hydraulic, mechanical and electronic systems in production or development test stands; works with Test Engineering on system design and specifications.
  • Works with Production Engineering to resolve complex problems with test equipment and Test Engineering to ensure proper use and application of instrumentation.
  • Documents mechanical or electrical problems and utilizes internal and external resources to find solutions to those problems.
  • What We Are Looking For

    Level 2 :

  • US - High School Diploma or Technical / Vocational Degree Required
  • 2-5 years related experience
  • Solid ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and hydraulic schematics.
  • Ability to read and use a wide range of precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
  • Windows PC skills with some functional experience using spreadsheet, word processing, Access database and WISE screens.
  • Ability to work in a team atmosphere with emphasis on customer service.
  • Ability to learn and apply new concepts / techniques to work environment.
  • Exhibits desire for challenging work.
  • Level 3 :

  • US - High School Diploma Required
  • US - Associate's or Technical / Vocational Degree Required
  • 2-5 years related experience
  • Advanced ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and hydraulic schematics.
  • Fully capable of using all key precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
  • Windows PC skills with solid experience using spreadsheet, word processing, Access database and WISE screens.
  • Ability to work in a team atmosphere with emphasis on customer service and ability to lead projects.
  • Ability to learn and apply new concepts / techniques to work environment.
  • Exhibits desire for challenging work.
  • This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and / or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and / or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

    Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    EO / AA / M / F / Disabled / Protected Veterans

    POSITION PURPOSE

    The Calibration Technician 3 reports to the Facilities Leader and is responsible for performing calibration and advanced repair / troubleshooting of instrumentation and measuring systems. Typical duties involve calibration of analog and digital pressure gauges, temperature controllers and thermocouples, flow meters and flow metering systems, electronic instruments and custom electrical test systems for fuel control applications. The Calibration Technician Level 3 also assists A&T personnel with troubleshooting of instrumentation systems to resolve complex problems with production and development test systems; provides feedback to Test Engineering on system reliability and makes recommendations on improvements in the areas of uncertainty, reliability and proper implementation in test systems. The Level 3 Calibration Technician also participates in the design review process for new or upgraded instrumentation systems.

    Essential Functions

  • Performs periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems per written work instructions and according to predetermined schedules. Understands and is capable of operating all pressure calibration master systems including DH pressure masters and deadweight calibrator for pressure instrument calibration; deadweights for scale calibration; master timer for time calibrations and Wahl temperature master for temperature controller and thermocouple calibration; Fluke 5700 calibration standard for voltage, current and resistance calibration functions. Must also be knowledgeable in position sensing instrumentation such as LVDT's, RVDT's, resolvers, and demodulation techniques for use in calibrating electronic test boxes.
  • Diagnoses and corrects most complex problems in test equipment and associated instrumentation. Routinely works with Test Engineering to resolve complex problems.
  • Coordinates installation of instrumentation in test equipment, connecting instruments to existing hydraulic, mechanical and electronic systems in production or development test stands; works with Test Engineering on system design and specifications.
  • Works with Production Engineering to resolve complex problems with test equipment and Test Engineering to ensure proper use and application of instrumentation.
  • Documents mechanical or electrical problems and utilizes internal and external resources to find solutions to those problems.
  • Analyzes test results in relation to design or rated specification and test objectives; modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications.
  • Documents calibration work in an Access database in compliance with quality requirements and to demonstrate compliance with customer requirements.
  • Notifies Production Supervisors and consults with Production Engineering to resolve out of tolerance situations and analyze the impact on production hardware.
  • Writes calibration work instructions for new equipment based on manufacturers recommendations and input from Test Engineering.
  • Other Functions

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Advanced ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and hydraulic schematics.
  • Fully capable of using all key precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
  • Windows PC skills with solid experience using spreadsheet, word processing, Access database and WISE screens.
  • Ability to work in a team atmosphere with emphasis on customer service and ability to lead projects.
  • Ability to learn and apply new concepts / techniques to work environment.
  • Exhibits desire for challenging work.
  • Salary : $23 - $29

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