Tester, Apprentice

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Commuter Benefits

Educational Assistance

College Savings Plan (529)

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Tester Apprentice in Colchester, VT to support acceptance testing of advanced weapon systems. You will assist in assembly, perform testing, and help with inspections of equipment, while maintaining safety and SOP compliance.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with 1–2 years of technical training preferred. You’ll work on-site in a team, operating basic equipment and collaborating with engineering and quality groups.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years technical or trade training preferred.
• Mechanical assembly experience with hand tools; ability to work in a team; follow written procedures; motivated and self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembly and testing of weapon systems per SOPs; perform production qualification, performance acceptance, product improvement, prototype, interchangeability, endurance, and engineering tests.
• Position and set up targets and perform bore sight; determine and record dispersion and accuracy.
• Receive and inspect weapons, weapon systems and documentation prior to test.
• Analyze malfunctions and assist Quality and Engineering in investigations.
• Perform general maintenance of buildings, equipment and grounds.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Teamwork

Communication

Written procedures

Education

High School Diploma/GED

1-2 years technical training

Job description

Tester, Apprentice

Job Locations: US-VT-Colchester

Position Type: Full Time

Position Classification: On-Site

Job Function: Union

Job Summary

The Tester Apprentice primary role is to perform acceptance testing of industry leading weapon system technology. This includes assembly and inspections of weapon systems and handling ammunition. Additional responsibilities include equipment operation and general maintenance of vehicles, buildings and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembly and testing of weapon systems including production qualification, performance acceptance, product improvement, prototype, interchangeability, endurance, and engineering tests in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Position and set up both physical and electronic targets and perform bore site. Determine, analyze and record dispersion, accuracy and statistics as requested.
• Perform receiving and inspection of weapons, weapon systems and documentation prior to test.
• Analyze malfunctions and assist Quality and Engineering in investigating failures
• Perform general maintenance of buildings, equipment and grounds to include but not limited to mowing grass, plowing snow, painting, cleaning, trash pickup and operation of applicable equipment.

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma, GED

Desired Education: 1-2 years of technical and/or equivalent trade school training

Skills/Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have mechanical assembly experience working with hand tools; basic equipment operation; ability to work in a team environment; effective communication; adhere to written procedures; be motivated and self-directed.

Pay Range (USD)

$29.34

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Additional Compensation

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs and College Savings Plan (529).

Paid Time Off

Employees covered by the location's Collective Bargaining Agreement will receive paid time off as set forth in the agreement.