Weapons Repair Specialist

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Weapons Repair Specialist for the Fort Meade Army Base in Maryland. The role involves repairing, inspecting, and rebuilding small arms, ensuring safety, and training personnel on weapon systems.

Typical duties include dismantling, repairing components, performing tests, and maintaining weapon condition while following AR 190‑51 procedures. Eligible candidates can expect a competitive hourly rate and on-site work.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of small arms/towed artillery experience required.
• Experience in small arms, mechanical repair, armor duties, or related technical work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and gauges.
• Experience with inspecting and diagnosing weapon conditions.

Responsibilities

• Repair, overhaul, and rebuild small arms for conventional and accurized uses.
• Inspect, disassemble, repair, and replace components as assigned.
• Conduct operational tests and provide trainings.
• Perform inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of designated weapons.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and detailed cleaning to restore serviceability.
• Verify weapon function after repair and document work performed.

Skills

Small arms repair

Mechanical repair

Independent worker

Tools and gauges

Diagnostics

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Gauges

Job description

Weapons Repair Specialist

Location: Fort Meade Army Base – Fort Meade, Maryland. Type: Non-Exempt. Work Schedule: Full-Time.

Compensation: $34.12-$34.12/hr + $4,000 sign‑on bonus.

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part‑time and full‑time employees.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities.

We take pride in our purpose‑driven culture, our core values – Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity – and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Efficiently repair, overhaul, and rebuild small arms for both conventional uses and for weapons involving accurization.
• Conduct the initial inspection of small arms to determine repairs needed; disassemble, repair, and replace components on small arms as assigned.
• Conduct operational tests, gauging, and provide trainings.
• Perform inspection, troubleshooting, diagnose, and repair all designated supported weapons.
• Conduct preventative maintenance checks and detailed cleaning to restore weapons to serviceable condition.
• Verify proper weapon function after repair and document all work performed.
• Maintain a deep understanding of weapon systems, firing mechanisms, and operational safety requirements.
• Must strictly follow all AR 190‑51 procedures governing the security of arms, ammunition, and sensitive items.
• Enforce controlled entry to the weapons repair shop; restricted access to authorized personnel only.
• Transport weapons safely in compliance with installation policy and AR 190‑51 escort, packaging, and routing rules.
• Ensure all weapons entering the shop are cleared, verified safe, and tagged before work begins.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of small arms/towed artillery experience is required.
• Must have experience in small arms, mechanical repair, armor duties, or related technical work.
• Must have a high degree of working independently.
• Experience with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and gauges is required.
• Experience with inspecting and diagnosing weapon conditions is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking.
• Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• A background check, mandatory drug screening, and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 37.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer ‑ Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled ‑ Tessera participates in E‑Verify.

Tessera currently supports over 1,700 employees across 13 states and Washington, D.C., and continues to expand nationwide.