Sr. Test Technician - 1st Shift

Sig Sauer, Inc.; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SIG SAUER, Inc. in Jacksonville, AR is seeking a Sr. Test Technician on 1st shift to independently execute complex ammunition test plans and generate detailed reports. You will collaborate with the Test team and R&D to develop procedures and best practices.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 7–10 years in firearms/ammunition testing, with proficiency in high-precision measurement methods and advanced techniques such as high-speed video.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years as a Test Technician in the firearms and ammunition industry
• Experience with firearms handling and recognizing common ammunition defects
• Core ammunition test techniques: Pressure, Velocity, Dispersion, and Function
• Experience with advanced test techniques: High-speed video, Doppler Radar
• Maintain Range Safety Officer qualifications and range certification
• MS Office and Oracle EBS experience preferred
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication
• Collaborates with Test team and other departments regularly

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operate test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, or industry standards
• Independently follow complex test plans to execute testing of ammunition and components
• Analyze test data to provide periodic, accurate status reports to management
• May lead and volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards
• Follow all Safety and ISO procedures
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned

Skills

Test equipment operation

Data analysis

MS Office

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sr. Test Technician

1st Shift

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com.

Position Summary

The Sr. Test Technician is responsible for independently performing testing functions and creating detailed reports in the execution of highly complex test plans, and supporting the department in helping to develop test procedures and best practices. The Sr. Test Technician draws on extensive ammunition and testing experience and technical and creative skills to test ammunition in accordance with developed standards. They will collaborate with Test team, as well as all areas within Research & Development.

FLSA

Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operates test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, or industry standards.
• Independently follow highly complex test plans to execute testing of ammunition and ammunition components as assigned.
• Independently analyze test data to provide periodic, accurate test status reports to Management as assigned.
• May lead and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent, or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of 7-10 years as a Test Technician in the firearms and ammunition industry required.
• Experience using and maintaining firearms, and the ability to recognize common ammunition defects is required.
• Previous experience with core ammunition test techniques: Pressure, Velocity, Dispersion, and Function, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to master and execute new measurement and test techniques is required. Experience with multiple advanced test techniques, (High-speed video, Doppler Radar, etc.) is required.
• Maintain qualifications to act as a Range Safety Officer to include passing First Aid/Trauma Management classes.
• Maintain range certification while always handling and shooting firearms in accordance with SIG SAUER Inc. policy.
• Department of Defense firearm qualifications with M4, M17, M249, and M240 is preferred.
• Pistol, rifle, and shotgun training certifications from a recognized firearms academy is required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Oracle EBS preferred.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Helps in other parts of the team regularly, works with and relays information to other departments regularly.
• Able to operate independently at a high level and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) with the exception of breaks/lunch periods.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing area where frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts, containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, be able to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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