Role: Calibration Technician II Location: San Diego, CA (100% Onsite) Duration: 6 months
Job Summary Client is seeking a Calibration Technician II to support its Test Equipment & Metrology team in San Diego. This position is responsible for calibrating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and documenting electronic and mechanical test equipment in a laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with calibration processes, electronic test equipment, and strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Top 5 Required Skills
Understanding of electronic test equipment
Troubleshooting
Data Analysis
Problem Solving
Strong Communication Skills
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in Electronics, Engineering, or equivalent Military Electronics experience (preferred)
2–5 years of experience in calibration or electronics testing
Experience using calibration software such as METCAL, TME, or CAL EXEC is preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Key Responsibilities
Perform calibration on a wide variety of electronic and mechanical test equipment
Conduct both manual and automated calibrations using laboratory software
Troubleshoot out-of-tolerance equipment and measurement errors
Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on test equipment
Read and interpret engineering specifications and technical documentation
Prepare calibration reports and certificates with accurate documentation
Prioritize and manage daily calibration workload independently
Collaborate with laboratory staff and cross-functional engineering teams
Support junior technicians and assist Calibration Leads/Supervisors as needed
Required Technical Knowledge
Hands-on experience with calibration and troubleshooting of test equipment such as:
Digital Multimeters
Oscilloscopes (up to 33 GHz)
Signal Generators (up to 26.5 GHz)
Frequency Counters
Function Generators
Power Supplies
Power Meters
Temperature Chambers
Preferred Experience
Experience calibrating advanced RF and communication equipment, including:
Spectrum/Signal Analyzers (up to 50 GHz)
Network Analyzers (up to 50 GHz)
Power Sensors
Communication Analyzers
Digital Signal Generators (LTE/TD-SCDMA)
Required Skills
Electronic Test Equipment
Metrology
Calibration
Troubleshooting
Data Analysis
Measurement Science
Technical Documentation
Time Management
Organization
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Physical Requirements
Lift up to 50 lbs.
Push/Pull up to 100 lbs.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
Good hand dexterity and ability to handle precision equipment
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $25.15/hr - $31.44/hr.
