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Instrument Calibration Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Senior Calibration Technician

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$35 - $55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Senior Calibration Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting BioPharma and Life ... Mentor and train Jr. Instrument Technicians * Perform other duties as required. You'll be a perfect ...

Senior Calibration Technician

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$35 - $55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Senior Calibration Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting BioPharma and Life ... Mentor and train Jr. Instrument Technicians * Perform other duties as required. You'll be a perfect ...

Instrument Technician

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$20 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Instrument Technician, you'll assist in the calibration and servicing of instrumentation that supports critical manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and laboratory systems. From autoclaves ...

Instrument Technician

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$20 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Instrument Technician, you'll assist in the calibration and servicing of instrumentation that supports critical manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and laboratory systems. From autoclaves ...

Supply Technician

Bethesda, MD ยท On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Support laboratory processing operations by ensuring reader and instrument calibration status and processing readiness are established prior to production runs * Support quality control activities to ...

Senior Instrument Tech

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Senior Instrument Technician, you'll be a hands-on technical leader supporting industrial ... Performs calibration of instrumentation necessary for maintaining production equipment, utility ...

Senior Instrument Tech

Linthicum, MD ยท On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

As a Senior Instrument Technician, you'll be a hands-on technical leader supporting industrial ... Performs calibration of instrumentation necessary for maintaining production equipment, utility ...

Survey Instrument Operator

Herndon, VA ยท On-site

$21.50 - $26.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Make accuracy and calibration checks and adjustments on equipment used. * Daily, work safely and in ... Prior Instrument Operator experience preferred. * Familiar with field procedures for performing ...

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How much do instrument calibration jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for instrument calibration in Washington is $58.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.57 and $70.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an instrument calibration?

An Instrument Calibration job involves testing, adjusting, and maintaining measuring devices to ensure they provide accurate readings. Calibration technicians work with a variety of instruments, including pressure gauges, thermometers, and electronic equipment, to ensure compliance with industry standards. They document calibration results, troubleshoot faulty instruments, and may collaborate with engineers or quality control teams. This role is crucial in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and aerospace, where precision measurements are essential.

What does an instrument calibration technician do?

As an Instrument Calibration professional, your daily tasks often include testing, adjusting, and documenting the accuracy of a variety of measuring and monitoring instruments. You may calibrate devices such as pressure gauges, thermometers, or electronic meters, using specialized tools and following strict quality standards. Routine duties also involve maintaining detailed calibration records and troubleshooting equipment issues to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaboration with engineers, quality assurance teams, and production staff is common to ensure equipment reliability throughout the organization.

What skills and qualifications are needed for instrument calibration?

To thrive in Instrument Calibration, you need a solid understanding of measurement principles, attention to detail, and a background in electronics or metrology, often supported by relevant technical certifications or associate degrees. Proficiency with calibration tools, test equipment, and software such as Fluke MET/CAL or LabVIEW is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, organization, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure calibration processes are accurate, compliant, and completed efficiently, maintaining the integrity of critical instruments in various industries.

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Infographic showing various Instrument Calibration job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $120,961 per year, or $58.2 per hour.

Equipment Calibration Technician, U.S. Navy Lab

West 4th Strategy

Bethesda, MD โ€ข On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Calibration Technician
ROLE
We need an experienced Calibration Technician at the Naval Dosimetry Center (NDC) in Bethesda, Maryland. NDC serves as the Navy's ionizing radiation dosimetry center of excellence, providing naval commands worldwide with radiation dosimetry processing, consultation services, and comprehensive exposure recordkeeping in support of force health protection and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will support end-to-end dosimetry operations including dosimeter intake and receipt control, laboratory processing, instrument calibration, quality control, exposure result processing, equipment sustainment, and preparation and distribution of dosimetry materials to customer commands. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support end-to-end intake and receipt control of dosimeters and associated client submissions to enable traceable processing
  • Support laboratory processing operations by ensuring reader and instrument calibration status and processing readiness are established prior to production runs
  • Support quality control activities to ensure dosimetry results and associated reports are internally consistent and meet governing technical and quality requirements
  • Support documentation and retention of processing assumptions, investigation outcomes, and adjustments so that final reported values are traceable and defensible
  • Support processing steps that convert instrument output into reportable exposure results by ensuring required inputs are complete and discrepancies are identified
  • Support the availability and reliability of dosimetry processing equipment by performing routine sustainment actions and supporting restoration of service when equipment performance issues occur
  • Ensure equipment status, maintenance actions, and associated impacts to production are documented to support management review and quality compliance
  • Prepare and contribute to the development of clear, concise, and accurate technical reports for organizational use
  • Support communication with customers when submission issues, report discrepancies, or potentially significant exposure conditions require clarification or follow-up
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
  • Associate's degree in physical sciences or a closely related discipline (e.g., physics, chemistry, health physics, or radiological science) - required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS
  • At least one (1) year of experience in a laboratory, technical, or scientific production environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and database/spreadsheet tools
  • Strong written communication skills with experience producing logs, reports, and customer correspondence
  • Ability to follow established procedural and quality management requirements in an accredited laboratory setting
  • Ability to meet radiation safety, access, and training requirements for a laboratory work environment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS
  • Working knowledge of ionizing radiation dosimetry operations, recordkeeping, and technical documentation
  • Experience in an accredited laboratory environment (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025 or similar)
  • Hands-on experience with TLD dosimetry processing
  • Experience with statistical or process control reporting
  • Experience with shipment tracking and regulated materials handling
  • Experience maintaining auditable records and supporting audit or corrective action workflows

LOCATION
  • Bethesda, MD 20889

CLEARANCE
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Active secret clearance required

CLIENT
  • Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command (NMCFHPC), Naval Dosimetry Center (NDC)
TRAVEL
  • No travel required

WORK HOURS
  • 40 hours per week
  • 8 hours per working day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
  • Employment Classification Eligibility — W2  

COMPENSATION
  • Base Hourly Wage: $36.42 per hour
  • Health & Welfare (Benefits rate): $5.09 per hour
  • Total Hourly Compensation: $41.51 per hour
  • Benefits: Health & Welfare benefits contribution as required under the Service Contract Act (SCA); Benefits package includes options for health, dental and vision insurance coverage


West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.           
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.

 

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