Calibration Technician

RTX

Calibration Technician maintaining and calibrating PATRIOT equipment for RTX, an aerospace and defense company, in Abu Dhabi. Training UAE military technicians and advancing laboratory calibration capabilities.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeAbu Dhabi • 🇦🇪 United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in calibration processes and standards, with a strong foundation in digital electronics and RF/Microwave. Capable of training and transferring knowledge to military technicians while ensuring compliance with U.S. Army maintenance practices.

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Calibration Of Electronic EquipmentDigital ElectronicsRF/MicrowaveMeasurement And Instrumentation PrinciplesU.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Calibration DocumentationStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Measurement AccuracyMathematicsMeasuring Equipment OperationCalibration System AuditsContractor Logistics SupportOn-The-Job Training

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Calibration SoftwareComputers

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

International Patriot FMS ProgramsU.S. Army Maintenance ConceptsCalibration StandardsType 1 Standards Calibration Laboratory

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Schedule and perform calibration of critical and non-critical process equipment and laboratory standards
Complete all required calibration documentation
Coordinate repair and calibration services with external vendors
Assist with purchase order processing
Implement new Standard Operation Procedures related to internal calibrations
Recommend and revise SOPs to advance laboratory capability toward a Type 1 Standards Calibration Laboratory
Participate in calibration system audits
Provide responsive customer service
Conduct staff certification training
Perform maintenance activities supporting the UAE according to U.S. Army maintenance concepts, practices, and procedures under AR 750-1
Transfer calibration task knowledge to UAE military Calibration Technicians through on-the-job training
Facilitate UAE Calibration Technicians becoming self-sufficient in PATRIOT calibration support activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong background in digital electronics and RF/Microwave
Minimum 4 years of experience calibrating electronic equipment
Deep understanding of measurement, calibration, and instrumentation principles and concepts
Meticulous attention to measurement accuracy and established procedures
Ability to document work and ensure measurements are accurate and reliable
Proficiency with computers and relevant software applications
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for the security clearance
Familiarity with measuring equipment and its operation, maintenance, and calibration requirements
Strong foundation in mathematics
Previous experience in International Patriot FMS Programs preferred
Experience living and working overseas preferred
Demonstrated Contractor Logistics Support experience preferred
Required education/experience alternative: bachelor’s degree in engineering or 5 years of relevant experience, or associate’s degree in engineering/applied science or 6 years of relevant experience, or high school graduate with 8 years of relevant experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Total rewards package including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits
Parental (including paternal) leave
Flexible work schedules
Achievement awards
Educational assistance
Child/adult backup care
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Holidays
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on position level and applicable agreement