Calibration Technician

Job DescriptionPosition Overview\n\n Job Title: Calibration Technician\n Location: Milpitas, California\n Salary Range: $55,000–$88,000 (DOE)\n Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Full-time (On-site)\n Employment Type: Regular, Full-time, Non-exempt\n Expected Start Date: ASAP\n Benefits: Paid Time-off, Paid Sick Leave, Special PTO for family events, 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee, Group life insurance, 401k(k) with company matching, partial lunch support, personal leave.\n\n\nJob Summary\nAs a Calibration Technician, you will serve as the hands-on operational core of HCT America’s calibration laboratory, working entirely on-site. This critical role involves performing precise calibration and verification of test instruments across various domains (electrical, mechanical, RF, environmental) in strict accordance with industry standards and internal laboratory procedures. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between physical instrument adjustment and quality data collection, ensuring that all calibrated equipment meets the highest standards of traceability and measurement accuracy. Beyond daily calibration tasks, you will maintain the integrity of our master standards and support the lab's operational efficiency, helping the company maintain its competitive edge in precision equipment calibration.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n1. Calibration Execution & Verification\n\n Perform precise calibration and verification of test instruments (electrical, mechanical, RF/EMC, environmental) according to documented procedures and standards.\n Operate and thoroughly maintain master calibration equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, torque tools, temperature/humidity chambers, and sound level meters.\n Adhere strictly to ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540 regulatory requirements to ensure measurement traceability and accuracy.\n Prepare, set up, and organize calibration equipment and physical workstations for daily testing.\n\n2. Data Integrity & QMS Maintenance\n\n Record calibration results, measurement uncertainties, and equipment status accurately in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).\n Generate and meticulously review calibration certificates for technical accuracy and completeness.\n Perform basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of lab instruments to ensure operational uptime.\n Coordinate with senior technicians and engineers for complex equipment repairs or advanced calibration procedures\n\n3. Lab Operation Support\n\n Support internal and external laboratory audits by maintaining proper documentation, history logs, and records.\n Participate in ongoing training programs to continuously expand knowledge of calibration processes, evolving standards, and advanced equipment.\n Collaborate with other team members to meet strict commercial deadlines and maintain high service quality, contributing to process improvement initiatives.\n Perform other ad-hoc laboratory duties, operational support tasks, and general facility maintenance as assigned by management\n\n\nQualification & Skills\n\n Entry-level to 5 years of experience in calibration or a technical laboratory environment (Highly Preferred).\n Associate or bachelor’s degree, or a technical certificate in Electronics, Electrical, Metrology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred, but substantial relevant work experience will supersede degree requirements.\n Fluent bilingual communication skills in English and Korean required to interface effectively with global leadership and local vendors.\n Strong military calibration background (e.g., US Air Force PMEL or military TMDE experience) is a significant plus.\n Prior hands-on experience (academic or professional) with electrical, mechanical, or RF test equipment is highly preferred.\n Functional knowledge of calibration principles, metrology concepts, and measurement uncertainty is a strong plus.\n Familiarity with ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540 standards is highly desirable.\n Strong attention to detail with the ability to closely follow standardized, step-by-step procedures.\n Good communication skills and the ability to work productively within a collaborative lab environment.\n Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean is a strong plus to facilitate effective communication and technical collaboration with global engineering team.\n Eligibility to work in the U.S. without restrictions or future need for sponsorship.\n\n\nPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions\n\n Occasional local (SF Bay Area) and out-of-state travel required for on-site client calibration services.\n Must hold a valid driver's license and be willing/able to travel domestically on an as needed basis.\n Ability to stand, sit, bend, reach, and work at lab benches or customer facilities for extended periods.\n Excellent manual dexterity and precise hand-eye coordination required to handle, adjust, and calibrate delicate electronic and mechanical instruments.\n Ability to lift, carry, push, and transport test equipment, master standards, and tool cases weighing up to 50 lbs during lab work and field trips.\n Ability to perform standard office tasks, including prolonged computer use for QMS data entry, logging, and certificate generation.\n Exposure to RF signals, electrical testing environments, and controlled environmental chambers.\n\n\nAbout Company\nHCT America specializes in wireless certification, international compliance, and precision equipment calibration, helping clients bring their products to global markets with confidence. Based in the U.S., the company provides expert project management services and collaborates with an extensive global network to navigate regulatory requirements across 120+ countries. HCT America offers a comprehensive range of services, including regulatory testing and certification (e.g., FCC, ISED, CE), calibration services traceable to ISO/NIST standards, and thorough project management support. Known for its technical expertise, responsive service, and tailored solutions, HCT America is a trusted partner for businesses entering global markets.