Engineering Technician - Prototyping & Process Improvement

Safariland, LLC; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safariland, LLC is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the engineering team in developing and improving armor manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and products. The role is hands-on, production-focused, and requires collaboration with Mechanical Engineers, production teams and operations to execute projects, build prototypes, collect data, and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include assisting with process development, modifying manufacturing methods, maintaining

Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or technical experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, measurement equipment, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, operators, and leadership.
• Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support Mechanical Engineers with daily engineering activities, projects, and production support tasks.
• Assist with the development, modification, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
• Support engineering investigations by gathering data, performing measurements, and documenting findings.
• Assist with troubleshooting production issues related to processes, equipment, tooling, and product performance.
• Maintain engineering documentation including work instructions, drawings, specifications, and test records.
• Build prototypes and engineering samples for product development, customer demonstrations, and testing activities.
• Perform functional testing and evaluations of materials, components, fixtures, and equipment.
• Assist with design changes and drawing revisions.
• Work directly with production teams to implement engineering improvements.
• Assist with equipment modifications, tooling improvements, and fixture development.
• Identify opportunities for safety, quality, efficiency, and cost improvements.
• Support engineering projects through task completion, scheduling support, and documentation.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Mechanical aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

Hand tools & measurement equipment

Documentation skills

Job description

Safariland, LLC is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the engineering team in developing and improving armor manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and products. The role is hands-on, production-focused, and requires collaboration with Mechanical Engineers, production teams and operations to execute projects, build prototypes, collect data, and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include assisting with process development, modifying manufacturing methods, maintaining