Tester, Apprentice

General Dynamics Corporation; Colchester, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

401k plan

Life insurance

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Vermont seeks a Tester Apprentice to perform acceptance testing of advanced weapon system technology. You will assist in assembly, testing, and inspection of weapon systems, and support equipment operation and site maintenance.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to procedures while working with hand tools and basic machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of technical/equivalent trade school training desirable.
• Mechanical assembly with hand tools and basic equipment operation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembly and testing of weapon systems including production qualification, performance acceptance, product improvement, prototype, interchangeability, endurance, and engineering tests per SOPs.
• Position and set up physical and electronic targets and perform bore sight, record dispersion and accuracy statistics.
• Receive and inspect 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 (mowing, snow removal, painting, cleaning, trash pickup).

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Tester, Apprentice

US-VT-Colchester

Job ID: 2026-37287

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing and Production

Vermont Operations

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 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.

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 locations applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.