R&D Engineering Technician

Research & Development Engineering Technician I

FLSA:
Non-exempt

The Research & Development Engineering Technician I is responsible for writing, executing and reporting on complex test plans in support of the team objectives, as outlined by the team leadership. The principal objective is to validate designs on behalf of the Team. The Research & Development Engineering Technician I draws on 2+ years of prior firearms and test experience, with teamwork, to become a problem‑solver on a Research & Development design team.

This individual will have an exceptional safety record, communication skills, and related armorers' skills. The Research & Development Engineering Technician I will work in a team environment within the Research & Development Design team, and work with Design Engineers and other Engineering Technicians.

• Safely and effectively operate test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, and industry standards.
• Meet the team's expectations for data collection, storage and reporting of all test results. Reference small arms test documents, and be adaptable to learning any specialized testing required by the team.
• Learn and become proficient in the use of Calipers, Headspace Gages;
  Micrometers;
  Air Gage;
  Micro‑height;
  Oehler;
  Blue light scanner; LTC Scanner;
  Weibel‑Doppler Radar;
  Instron Machine;
  Instron Programming;
  Keyence System;
  Garmin;
  Recoil;
  High Speed Video;
  High Speed Cameras;
  Toxic Fume Chambers;
  Sound;
  Flash and other small arms test apparatus as directed by the team.
• Learn the process and witness creation of item numbers, change orders, and documents in Agile PLM.
• Responsible for proper weapon and ammunition storage.
• Required to stay current on all corporate training. Will be RSO certified at all times. Armorers and skills trained on related small arms. Remain current in all compliance regulations.
• Travel infrequently.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on‑site attendance and punctuality are necessary functions of this position.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts, or in other functional areas, and/or facilities based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent required, or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2+ years of experience in a role that generates written reports, or in a role shooting firearms in an industrial setting required.
• Experience identifying common firearm malfunctions and using and maintaining firearms 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 preferred. Pistol, rifle, and shotgun training certifications from a recognized firearms academy preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Prior test experience, including data analysis and report writing, preferred.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Completes assigned tasks on time. Adherence to break times, 15 minute breaks and 30 minute lunch breaks.
• Problem‑solving at each level is required. Engineering Technicians are expected to understand the team's goals and objectives and actively contribute to achieving them. Each team member is responsible for anticipating potential, recognizing effective solutions, and supporting the overall success of the team.

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90+% of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or…