Engineering Technician - Federal

The Kinetic Group; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare coverage

401(k) matching up to 6%

Career development opportunities

Education assistance

Paid time away

Job summary

The Kinetic Group is seeking an Engineering Technician to join the Federal team in Anoka, MN. You will build, test and evaluate ammunition from concept to production, troubleshoot issues, and document new processes.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, hands-on manufacturing experience, and knowledge of JIT principles; ammunition design or ballistics experience is a plus. The role reports to the Manager of Product Development Engineering and is based in Anoka, Minnesota.

Qualifications

• The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of JIT principles, production processes, and measurement tooling is preferred.
• Experience in ammunition design, ballistics, firearm operation, or related processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build, test and evaluate ammunition from conception through full production.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions to design and manufacturing issues.
• Create documentation of new products and manufacturing processes.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical ability

Gaging techniques

Machining setup

Just-in-time manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ammunition design knowledge

Ballistics knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree or Certification (advantage)

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Job description

Engineering Technician - FederalThis site uses cookies as described in our privacy policy, for site operation, analytics, enhanced user experience, or advertising. Privacy Policy – The Kinetic Group – The World Leader In Ammunition### Engineering Technician - FederalApply: Anoka, MN: Full time: Posted Today: R0012881**Pay Range:**$30.05 - $42.12The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer. # **Job Description**The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. Federal Ammunition is seeking an **Engineering Technician** to add to our dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside Product Development Engineering. The technician will play a key role in testing, product evaluation, process improvement, and the execution of development activities. This position reports to the Manager of Product Development Engineering and is based out of our office in Anoka, Minnesota. **You will:*** Build, test and evaluate ammunition from conception through full production.* Troubleshoot and recommend solutions to both design and manufacturing issues.* Create documentation of new products and manufacturing processes.* Work independently with minimum supervision (self-starter). **You have:*** High School Diploma or equivalent* Minimum of 24 months or more of employment at The Kinetic Group - Anoka* Minimum of 12 months or more in your current position at The Kinetic Group – Anoka (including work preference moves)* No disciplinary action within the last 12 months at a Report of Conference level or above* Working knowledge of Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing principles and their application in a production environment, including materials planning, inventory management, process efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.* Knowledge of production processes; skilled in the set up and operation of a variety of production machines* Possess a high level of mechanical aptitude and analytical ability* Knowledge of gaging techniques, ability to use micrometers, calipers, production gages* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks* Experience in ammunition design, ballistics, firearm operation and/ or related processes* Ability to work in a team environment **You might also have:*** Knowledge of Centerfire ammunition design and manufacturing processes* Experience with hand loading ammunition* Experience with Bullet Assembly machines* Experience in operating Mills, lathes and other metal working equipment* Experience with DOEs and other statistical testing to solve complex problems* Familiarity with ballistics processes and testing* Associate Degree, Vo-Tech or Certification* Understanding of lean manufacturing principals**Work Environment:**Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations. **Benefits:**At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That's why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled### Gun Control Act**International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements:** To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. **Gun Control Act Requirements:** It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.