Calibration Technologist

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Ideal for those passionate about precision and measurement science.
Ensure accuracy in devices, impacting industries from healthcare to aerospace.
Unique role blending physics, chemistry, and electronics for device calibration.

💰 Earn $55K-$75K

📚 Associate Degree

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 5.5% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

Analyze test data to identify defects or determine calibration requirements.
Attend conferences, workshops, or other training sessions to learn about new tools or methods.
Calibrate devices by comparing measurements of pressure, temperature, humidity, or other environmental conditions to known standards.
Conduct calibration tests to determine performance or reliability of mechanical, structural, or electromechanical equipment.
Develop new calibration methods or techniques based on measurement science, analyses, or calibration requirements.

Scoop

Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

1,300 Annually

Median Earnings

$60,550 in California

$62,790 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Thinking and problem solving
Using data or completing tasks
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Reading Comprehension
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having support
Job security

Deep Dive

Calibration Technologist

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years