Calibration Coordinator

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

• Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
• Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
• Fast-paced environment
• Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
• Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $23.50/hr-$28.75/hr and is eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus program. Our strong benefits offerings include eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (Sun Life) Vision (Eye Med), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.

The Calibration Coordinator coordinates all tracking of inventoried gages and associated calibrations / services as required by CED’s Quality Management System. Additionally, performs duties and monitors processes to ensure regulatory, statutory and industry standards and compliance.

• Create, maintain and update a wide range of equipment, gages and tooling in the calibration software (Gage Trak); updates include certificates, locations, due date of next service, and the like
• Coordinate with gage calibrations with approved calibration vendors
• Communicate with internal departments for asset removal and return to service
• Monitor certifications of approved vendors; elevate concerns or potential deviations to department leadership
• Coordinate acceptance of new equipment with internal stakeholders as directed
• Ensure calibrations are maintained and serviced according to the established schedule and appropriate vendor

• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Additional duties and projects as assigned

N/A

• High School diploma or equivalent

• 0-2 years relevant experience preferred
• Basic blueprint reading and manufacturing technology preferred

• Lawful permanent resident of the United States (ITAR restrictions)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Exceptional attention to detail, high degree of accuracy and ability to independently perform multiple assignments
• Excellent problem-solving skills

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Use of computer.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to  or call  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.