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The Material Testing and Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the equipment and instruments. This role involves the calibration of on-site major equipment, precise measurement instrument calibration management, and completing material testing of both in process and purchased materials to Airbus standards and specifications.
Job Responsibility:
Perform scheduled and unscheduled calibrations on major on-site equipment
Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment non-conformities
Document and maintain detailed calibration and inspection records
Execute calibration of measurement instruments
Management of the calibration spreadsheet
Conducting material tests on incoming Inspection material
Generating test reports and releasing material or issuing NC’s
Preparing samples for testing
Conduct re-life tests to support Production needs
Conduct In Process Floating Peel Tests
Manage the Lab Press
Maintain currency for testing by completing PTP cross tests with external labs
Conduct thorough incoming or In process inspections on raw materials and components
Perform dimensional and visual inspections on parts
Collaborate with engineering, production, and other quality teams to resolve quality issues
Requirements:
5-7 years of experience or a degree in a technical field in Metrology and / or Material testing or equivalent industry approved certifications
A minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience in a material testing role within a manufacturing environment
Current certification or Airbus Helicopters approvals in Material Testing is a highly desired asset
Experience in the aerospace or a similarly highly-regulated industry is highly desirable
Specific experience with composite manufacturing processes is a significant advantage
Strong understanding of calibration principles, measurement uncertainty, and traceability
Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on calibration of various equipment and instruments
Material Testing to Airbus Helicopters requirements
Proven ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Basic knowledge of composite and metallic materials and their properties
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Proficiency in using a variety of metrology equipment
Familiarity with Calibration Management Software and/or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Competency in using Google Suite for data entry, analysis, and report generation
Nice to have:
Current certification or Airbus Helicopters approvals in Material Testing
Experience in the aerospace or a similarly highly-regulated industry
Specific experience with composite manufacturing processes