Mass Properties Technician *Internal

Mass Properties Technician I

Full‑time position located at Yuma Proving Ground, AZ under Test Range Operations.

Performs entry level duties of a Mass Properties technician, including assembly and disassembly of copper crusher gauges, cleaning of gauges, measurement and reading of spheres with precision devices, using a trage table to convert sphere measurement into pressure reading, and inputting pressure data into a computerized database. Assists senior technicians with ammunition measurements such as center of gravity, moments of inertia, and projectile diameter.

Covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Pay Rate: $21.72
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain an Ammo 45 certification within 90 days.
• Must be able to obtain an Arms Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E) training certification within 90 days.
• Must be able to obtain a YPG forklift certification within 90 days.

• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able operate precision measurement equipment such as calipers and micrometer.
• Must possess a strong math background.

• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120°F.
• Must be capable of lifting 100 lbs unassisted.
• Must be capable of working in outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be capable of frequent squatting, crouching, and stooping.
• Must meet the physical requirements necessary to perform operations outlined, performed, and stated in the SOPs for Mass Properties.

• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.
• Must be able speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must have a well‑mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross‑train in other areas.
• Must use “down‑time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.
• Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.
• Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.

• Possesses an Ammo 45 certification.
• Possesses an Arms Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E) training certification.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, without special restrictions.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment such as calipers and micrometer.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.

TRAX is an equal opportunity employer. TRAX Test Services participates in E‑Verify. TRAX Test Services prohibits any discrimination. TRAX promotes a drug/alcohol free environment through mandatory pre‑employment drug testing and ongoing random drug testing as required.