Gunsmith II

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Gunsmith II to join our team as part of the APS-03 Program. This position will play a crucial role in inspecting, repairing, and overhauling various firearms and weapons within the U.S. Army's pre-positioned stocks (APS), ensuring they meet blueprint standards and client specifications. This position requires a thorough understanding of firearm operation principles, machine tools, and equipment.

• Be responsible for Inspecting, repairing, rebuilding, overhauling and allied trades functions in one or more of the following commodities: pistols, rifles, automatic weapons, and other arms, as well as other types of weapon's systems or other equipment maintained on APS-3 program with minimal supervision.
• Repairs and alters firearms to blueprint standards and client specifications using hand tools, grinders planers, millers, etc. Installs, repairs or replaces parts such as gun sights, pistol grips, recoil pads, decorative pieces using screws and hand tools. Rebore barrels as needed. Fabricates and/or refinishes wooden stocks to client specifications. Tests and recalibrates firearms as necessary.
• Has a thorough understanding of firearm operation principles, machine tools and equipment; inspects for accuracy in workmanship relating to the following:
• Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; proper performance of PMCS and corrective maintenance.
• Inspects for serviceability of parts and the action of weapons during cycling; consults with the Section Lead in all facets concerning the Armament Repair Section, such as, but not limited to, weapons, mounts, suppressors, optic systems including NVDs, prototype development and reverse engineering projects; performs modifications, safety of use messages (SOUMs), maintenance advisory messages (MAMs) and engineering changes; ensures proper use of automated maintenance systems and the accurate completion of documentation related to maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. Passport.
• Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License.
• High School/GED plus five years directly related work experience in the maintenance and repair of U.S. Army small arms inventories.
• Completion of the Unit Armored course or equivalent.
• Certificate from a vocational school or other recognized source such as a military school with a major study in Small Arms/Ordnance repair is preferred.
• In lieu of formal coursework, a combination of college credits, on-the-job training, other formalized training, or experience may be considered.
• Ability to work from technical manuals, work instructions, and work orders.
• Ability to comply with all established methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position.
• Favorable adjudication of an NACI background check.
• Must be able to work in a non-temperature controlled environment, heat, and humidity.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level and 35 pounds to shoulder height.
• Required to pass an initial drug screening.

Vali, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.