Calibration Technologists and Technicians
The short answer
Parts of this job are expected to change. AI can already assist with some of its tasks. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to hold steady over the next decade, with about 50 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the middle fifth for how much AI could touch it—right around the middle.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with about a quarter of this job's tasks.
What this means
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the middle fifth, out of 656 jobs we could rank. Read more in the methodology.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
The score comes from the real, day-to-day tasks of this job—not a guess about the job as a whole. Below are the tasks that matter most in this job, split by whether AI can help with them.
AI can help with or automate about 60% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Analyze test data to identify defects or determine calibration requirements.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Attend conferences, workshops, or other training sessions to learn about new tools or methods.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Develop new calibration methods or techniques based on measurement science, analyses, or calibration requirements.
AI could do much of this on its own
Draw plans for developing jigs, fixtures, instruments, or other devices.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Order replacement parts for malfunctioning equipment.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Tasks AI can't do much of
Calibrate devices by comparing measurements of pressure, temperature, humidity, or other environmental conditions to known standards.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Conduct calibration tests to determine performance or reliability of mechanical, structural, or electromechanical equipment.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for inspection.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Maintain or repair measurement devices or equipment used for calibration testing.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Operate metalworking machines to fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
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