Calibration Engineer

Description of the position

Responsible for providing engineering services that support the needs of the Tooling, Equipment and Production department.

Essential Responsibilities

• Calibration support as required, alternative (equivalency) tooling process implementation.
• Oversee calibration program and service provider monitoring and performance.
• Complete tooling project preparation for the A320 family and 737, outlining necessary tools for tasks and requirements.
• Contact OEM calibration vendors to create purchasing requisitions for necessary calibrations and resources.

• Manage extensions of calibration or maintenance intervals.

• Coordinate with OTE Central on loan tool requirements, coordinate loaned tools, manage replacement of tools, tool liquidation.
• Develop dynamic planning strategies to adapt to changing project needs and timelines.
• Assign docks, jacks, and other resources efficiently for optimal project execution.
• Determine bay assignments for specific tasks within the A320 family and 737 projects.
• Oversee the replacement of tools needed during the projects.
• Implement alternative tooling processes when necessary, ensuring seamless project continuity.
• Control costs throughout the project lifecycle, adhering to budgetary constraints.
• Monitor and control planned maintenance activities to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Supervise contractors and conduct audits to maintain quality and compliance.
• Handle concession requests, ensuring they are appropriately documented and addressed.
• Serve as the production interface and point of contact for relevant project-related matters.
• Generate budget reports to keep managers informed of financial status and projections.
• Implement procedures for the scraping of tools and equipment in accordance with guidelines.

Education, skills and competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar industry will be an asset.
• Experience with instrumentation, CAD or 3D printing applications is an advantage.
• Good technical and mechanical understanding
• Fluent English and Spanish (both verbal and written)
• Computer Literacy
• Good analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent vendor and customer orientation
• Able to work efficiently under pressure, multitask and prioritise. 
• Self-motivated, confident, and methodical
• Able to work independently as well as having excellent team spirit.
• Flexibility according to workload during the project phases
• Ability to generate new ideas and identify potential for improvement within his working area.