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Calibration Technician jobs are open across aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and medical devices, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in dimensional, electrical, and pressure calibration. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Calibration Technician
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Program Summary
Calibration Technician II (Metrology) KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA, and other federal agencies. KBR's areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. Our people make the world a more productive, efficient, and fascinating place. And that's only the beginning.
Job Summary
Metrology Technician 2 is responsible for the calibration and certifying of electronic and physical/dimensional measuring and test equipment to technical specifications, maintaining traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the calibration and certifying of electronic and physical/dimensional measuring and test equipment to technical specifications, maintaining traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
- Performs calibration/repairs on equipment.
- Calibrates standards used in calibrations.
- Performs complex configuration and tests of equipment according to instructions, blueprints, schematic sketches and/or prescribed testing procedures.
- Makes reports on electronic or instrumentation system conditions, repairs and preventive maintenance performed; prepares and maintains repair and maintenance records as required by federal and department regulations and directives.
- Uses all hand tools and sets up and uses standard machine tools. Uses common laboratory measuring, calibrating, and test equipment.
- Performs troubleshooting in conjunction with design modification functions involved in production or engineering liaison.
- Makes design modification or devises and designs the equipment parts.
- Provides guidance regarding equipment operation to customers and equipment operators.
- Resolves group and customer issues, seeks to improve the overall productivity of the department, anticipates problems, and initiates appropriate actions to eliminate them.
- Proficient at understanding and writing reports and work instructions and assists customers to define technical requirements to meet their objective.
- Performs complex maintenance and repair work on equipment; inspects defective electronic equipment to determine malfunction; reads and interprets schematic diagrams, logic charts, drawings and sketches and manufacturers manuals; uses computer diagnostics to isolate area of malfunction; interfaces digital equipment with the computer and programs equipment and diagnostics functions.
- Provides advanced technical/electronic and instrumentation equipment repair work, troubleshooting, modifying, testing, calibrating, adjusting, repairing, and installing electronic, digital, and analog equipment and monitoring devices.
- Performs work safely, in-compliant to HS&E requirements, and takes actions to ensure a safe working environment.
- Interacts effectively with others to produce the desired results.
- Participates constructively in the utilization of process improvement methods to provide timely, cost-effective, quality services.
- Performs routine operational tests to assure the modification produces desired outputs; evaluates environments in which equipment is to be installed and how electronic equipment will be affected.
- Maintains records of test data and assists in writing test procedures and test evaluation reports.
- Applies advanced skills in area of specialization.
- Serves as lead resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
- May orient, train, assign and check the work of lower-level employees.
- May adapt procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to meet special needs.
- Provides activity and status reports to management.
- Serves as primary technical contact for assigned customer group.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Specific contract requirements regarding education and experience will prevail.
- Associate degree or applicable technical training and certifications and/or 4 years of directly related experience; equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
- U.S. Citizenship Status required due to client requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Military PMEL/TMDE training preferred.
- Preferred experience in Electrical, Physical, Pressure, and Temperature (Heat Treat) disciplines.
- Indysoft, Fluke Met/Team, Fluke Met/Track and Met/Cal experience a plus.
- Previous customer service experience is a plus.
Hourly $25-30
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Applied Industrial Technologies13

- KBR5

- Kinetic Automation5

- Abbott2

- Classic Collision2

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing12
- Technology & Software9
- Medical Devices8
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals7
- Consulting & Professional Services7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in calibration technician jobs.
- Experience calibrating and maintaining test and measurement equipment to NIST traceable standards
- Familiarity with calibration management software and maintaining calibration records and certificates
- Knowledge of ISO 17025, AS9100, or ISO 13485 quality standards relevant to the industry
- Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics, metrology, or a related field
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Strong written documentation skills for recording calibration data and out-of-tolerance conditions
Tips for Your Calibration Technician Job Search
List your measurement standards on your resume
Employers scan for specific standards like NIST traceability, ISO 17025, and AS9100. Call these out explicitly in your resume's skills section rather than burying them in job descriptions, so hiring managers spot your qualifications immediately.
Highlight instruments you have calibrated
List the actual equipment families you've worked with, such as torque wrenches, pressure gauges, oscilloscopes, or CMMs. A generic 'calibration experience' line is far weaker than naming the instruments, because technicians are often hired to support a specific lab's tool inventory.
Target openings by industry certification match
Defense and aerospace postings frequently require ANSI Z540 or AS9100 experience, while medical device roles lean on ISO 13485. Filter openings by the certifications you already hold so you're applying where your credentials are an exact match rather than a stretch.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists calibration technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare bench-level examples for your interview
Interviewers for calibration roles typically ask you to walk through how you handled an out-of-tolerance reading or a failed calibration cycle. Prepare two or three concrete examples that describe the instrument, the deviation, and the corrective action you took, not just that the problem got fixed.
Ask about the lab's accreditation status when negotiating
An ISO 17025-accredited lab puts more rigorous documentation and proficiency demands on technicians than an internal, non-accredited shop. Knowing the accreditation status helps you evaluate workload, career growth, and whether the role will add credentials that make your next move easier.
Calibration Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most calibration technicians?
The companies hiring the most calibration technicians right now include Applied Industrial Technologies, KBR, and Kinetic Automation, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, California, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Openings tend to cluster around defense contractors, medical device manufacturers, and aerospace suppliers.
How many calibration technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of calibration technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than many technical roles because most calibration work requires hands-on access to physical equipment in a lab or on a production floor. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include calibration software administration, documentation auditing, and metrology consulting roles.
How do you become a calibration technician?
Start by completing an associate degree or technical certificate in electronics, instrumentation, or metrology, then pursue entry-level work in a manufacturing, aerospace, or lab environment where you gain hands-on time with measurement equipment. From there, pursue formal certifications such as the ASQ Certified Calibration Technician credential to move into more specialized or higher-responsibility roles.
Can you get hired as a calibration technician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level calibration technician roles exist specifically for candidates coming out of electronics or instrumentation programs with limited field time. Employers in these roles prioritize your understanding of measurement principles, your attention to detail with documentation, and any hands-on lab coursework over years of direct calibration experience. Temp-to-hire positions at contract calibration labs are a common entry point.
What does the calibration technician interview process look like?
Most calibration technician interviews include a technical screen where you're asked to explain how you verify equipment accuracy, handle out-of-tolerance findings, and maintain calibration records. Some employers follow up with a practical assessment in the lab where you demonstrate proficiency with specific instruments. Final rounds typically involve a conversation about quality standards experience and familiarity with the company's industry certifications.
Where can I find and apply to calibration technician jobs?
You can find and apply to calibration technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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