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Calibrations Tech - Savannah, GA

TEL Staffing & HR, Savannah, GA, United States


Position Purpose

Under direct supervision perform operation activities in support of experimental, structural, and flammability testing. Operation activities could utilize skillsets related to sheet metal, instrumentation/electrical, fabrication, calibrations, hydraulic/pneumatics, large structural elements, test execution, etc.
There is a possibility of a swing shift from Wed‑Sat.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment.
Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens.
Assist with test executions.
Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
Begin to learn the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs.
Learn various systems and capabilities used throughout the lab.
Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects.
Additional Functions

Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment.
Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
Required Skills

Experience with basic hand tools
Valid driver's license required to operate towing and other Gulfstream transportation equipment.
Blueprint reading and basic math skills
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work in confined areas, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Other Requirements

Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation and shop mathematics.
Experience with basic hand tools.
Desired Skills

Basic sheet metal experience (1 year)
Cutting, bending, forming, drilling
Basic electrical experience 9 1 year)
Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
Basic understanding of aircraft inspection, maintenance, and repair (1 year)
Basic experience with machining (1 year)
Basic understanding of computer software.

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