Calibration Technician

Shaping the future through innovation and discovery!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Microwave Power Products have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, aid in the treatment of cancer, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, support and protect soldiers, sailors, and pilots, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, help ensure the safety of imported foods and materials, and much more.

Microwave Power Products, Inc. is headquartered in Palo Alto, California and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

YOUR DAY TO DAY: (Role summary):

Perform calibration and alignment checks on a wide variety of electronic and mechanical equipment. Support Government/Customer quality audits and surveys. Develop and implement calibration work and maintain and ensure the integrity of calibration records.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR: (Responsibilities):

• Performing calibration and alignment checks on a wide variety of electronic, test, diagnostic, and general-purpose instruments such as Digital Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, HiPot Tester, Frequency Counters, Power Supplies, Water Flow etc. Using both automated and manual procedures.
• Calibrate High Voltage Testing supplies. Power supplies can reach voltages greater than 15KVdc.
• Document calibration procedures and results accurately.
• Perform as-is accuracy verification and initiate out-of-tolerance notification if applicable.
• Support Government/Customer quality audits and surveys.
• Develop and implement calibration work instructions as needed.
• Maintain and ensure the integrity of calibration records.
• Provides technical assistance and leadership as necessary.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE: (Minimum requirements):

• AA degree in related technology or equivalent technical training plus 4 years' experience.

• Working knowledge of Metrology principles such as measurement uncertainties, test uncertainty ratios, English/metric unit conversions, calibration standard hierarchy, proficiency testing, and other theoretical principles encountered in the assigned field.

• Working knowledge of ANSI Z540 and ISO17025.

• Previous experience in calibration, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Proven ability to calibrate oscilloscopes, analyzers, power meters, etc.

• Experience working with exposed high voltage is required. Must be comfortable in testing High Voltage Power Supplies (>15KVdc) both CW and Pulse types.

• Proficiency in using tools such as DMM, Oscilloscopes, Ohmmeters, and Fluke Calibrators. Must be proficient with Ohm's law. Must have a strong understanding Basic Electrical Theory.

• Knowledge of liquid flow and temperature calibration a plus.

• Military experience in a technical field is advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing error-free work.

• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.

• Outstanding organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities.

• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

WHAT WE OFFER:

Salary Range - $28.00 - $36.00 / hour

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, MPP is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to MPP, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. MPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

MPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.