Tester, Apprentice

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems; Colchester, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gain Sharing Program

401k plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Colchester, VT seeks a Tester Apprentice to support acceptance testing of advanced weapon systems. You will assist in mechanical assembly, perform tests, and help with data analysis and documentation.

The role involves setup of targets, bore sighting, and basic maintenance of facilities and equipment. Collaboration in a team environment is essential to meet SOPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires mechanical assembly experience with hand tools.
• Ability to operate basic equipment and work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail for acceptance testing and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembly and testing of weapon systems including production qualification and performance acceptance.
• Position and set up physical and electronic targets and perform bore sighting and data recording.
• Receive and inspect weapons and documentation prior to testing.
• Analyze malfunctions and support Quality and Engineering in investigations.
• Perform general maintenance of facilities and equipment as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical assembly

Team environment

Basic equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Trade school training (1-2 years)

Job description

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, GEDDesired 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 environ

Pay Range (USD)

$30.37

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.
• Additional benefits may be available as set forth in this location’s applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Paid Time Off

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