Calibration Technician at RTC Aerospace – Fife, Washington
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About This Position
About RTCA:
RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands-on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission-critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals.
Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands-on ownership and real visibility – you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer.
At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!
How You’ll Make an Impact:
Calibration Technician must be able to maintain a clean, safe, and controlled work environment and interface effectively with fellow employees, customers, and suppliers. Daily activities include responding to calibration due notices in a timely manner, performing in-house gauge calibration, managing the outsourcing of gauge calibration as needed, and managing customer owned gauges
What you’ll be doing as a Calibration Technician:
- Working a full-time, onsite position at our Fife, WA location.
- Calibrate and/or arrange for the Calibration of Mechanical tools (gauges, micrometers, calipers, & inspection fixtures) throughout the facility.
- Maintain calibration management system.
- Complete all regularly scheduled assignments and/or clearly defined verbal directives, in a timely manner.
- Test and calibrate measuring instruments to maintain functionality and accuracy traceable to N.I.S.T.
- Perform routine calibration tasks using only prescribed procedures, work instructions, and/or applicable ISO requirements for measurement processes and measuring equipment.
- Maintain outside calibration certification filesPerforms other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):
- Minimum 3 years experience in instrumentation calibration industry, with experience in testing and calibration of measuring instruments and in maintaining their functionality and accuracy.
- Must be able to interpret and apply applicable ISO, AS9100, and QMS requirements as they relate to calibration.
- Familiarity with various precision measuring devices & excellent mechanical ability.
- Knowledge of calibration systems, gage tracking, and tool life management.
Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):
- Background in aerospace, precision machining, or high-mix/low-volume production.
- Experience with MRP/ERP platforms (e.g., JobBOSS, Epicor, or similar).
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S tool room practices.
- Technical certification in manufacturing technology, machining, or industrial maintenance.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Choice of medical plan options, including a no-cost employee-only coverage plan
- HSA-eligible health plan with employer contributions
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
- Shift differentials for applicable off-shifts
- Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance
The Calibration Technician Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $30 – $45 per hour commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.
RTCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants wishing to receive information on RTCA’s Affirmative Action Plans, or those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, should contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to access or use our career center due to a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources.
Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with Article 9, Chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws.