Electrician – 3rd shift in Buffalo, NY

Salary Range: $24.00 -$30.00 based on experience

Electrician – 3rd shift
Salary: $24.00 -$30.00

Overview
Calspan's Transonic Wind Tunnel is the only independently owned and operated wind tunnel in the United States. Our staff is known for its flexibility and responsiveness to our customers’ needs. Customers appreciate this approach, as it enables them in real time to refine test programs. We are looking for an experienced and versatile Electrician to join our team! This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization with a rich 75-year history that prides itself on its Be Calspan Values. If you think you have what it takes to Be Calspan, we encourage you to speak with us.
Due to the security requirements for this position, US Citizenship is required. Please note, this is a 3rd shift position.
Responsibilities:
• Layout, install, repair and maintain all types of electrical equipment such as generators, motors, transformers, high tension lines, switches, lighting circuits, starters, switchboards.
• Use complicated charts, tables, drawings, shop mathematics, handbook formulas, judgment and experience in the reading and interpolation of charts, gauges, meters and other precision instruments.
• Perform a variety of construction and repair work. Wire complicated circuits, rigging, and fabricate or modify equipment as required for wind tunnel testing.
• Localize Wind Tunnel equipment failures and remedy minor trouble quickly to prevent lost time in operation of tunnel.
• Make model and calibration setups and assist in running calibrations.
• Adjust and prepare Wind Tunnel equipment in readiness for operation. Operate consoles in control room as required.

Preferred Education / Experience:
• High school graduate or equivalent; preferably from a vocational/technical school
• 3+ years of related experience or;
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:
• Clear understanding and operation of High Voltage switching of 115kv switchgear.
• Diversified knowledge of Sub-Station methods and safety practices, shop methods and operation and control of power or process equipment.
• Broad knowledge of fundamentals of electricity and operation of electrical equipment.
• Working knowledge of Ohms Law, handbook and wattage formulas, and National Electric Code requirements for wiring and installations
• Use of precision measuring instruments such as voltage testers, ohmmeter, watt meter.


Please apply with resume via Quick Apply or Company Link
Or
Come to Recruitment Hour — Calspan Style!
Join us for an evening of networking, conversation, and career exploration.
Meet the Calspan team, enjoy a drink, and learn about exciting opportunities on our 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Your next career move could start here!
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Location: Buffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St, Buffalo, NY 14203
Date: May 14, 2026
Time: 4:30 – 7:30 PM


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