Manufacturing and Engineering Technician

Description

Tactical Revolution, LLC (TACREV), founded in 2011, is a leader in the defense innovation space, delivering revolutionary tools and training for mission‑critical operations. Our products, including the Marauder™ Ballistic Shield, Atlas Beacon™, and Ajax Armor™ System, are used by special operations units, law enforcement agencies, and defense professionals across the U.S. and the world. At TACREV, we pride ourselves on building the most durable, effective, and intelligently engineered equipment available, and we’re looking for skilled individuals to help bring these products to life.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior CNC Machinist / Toolmaker & Programmer to support precision manufacturing within the defense industry. This role supports the production of mission‑critical components used in aerospace, weapons systems, ground support equipment, and other defense applications. The ideal candidate brings extensive hands‑on expertise in CNC programming, complex machining, precision tooling, mold manufacturing, welding, assembly, and engineering support from concept through delivery.

• Manage and control the use of technical drawings, bills of material (BOMs), work instructions, and related manufacturing documentation.
• Review, interpret, and inspect machined, milled, fabricated, and finished parts produced by subcontractors for compliance with drawings, tolerances, and quality requirements.
• Conduct incoming and in‑process inspections of subcontractor‑produced components, including dimensional verification and visual quality checks.
• Modify, redline, and update technical drawings and manufacturing documentation as required to support production accuracy and design intent.
• Assemble complex sub‑assemblies and integrate commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) components into completed products in accordance with engineering documentation.
• Support engineering activities through the drafting of technical drawings from Solid Works models, including shop drawings, assembly drawings, and inspection criteria.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to clarify technical requirements, resolve non‑conformances, and support corrective actions.
• Learn and understand new manufacturing processes and equipment (e.g., laser cutters, bar‑tack machines, and related production equipment) to effectively oversee production and quality.
• Support production planning, documentation control, and configuration management across outsourced manufacturing activities.
• Uphold defense‑level quality standards, compliance, documentation, and safety requirements.

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident (required due to government contract requirements).
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and validate technical drawings, GD&T, and bills of material.
• Experience inspecting machined, fabricated, or assembled components produced by third‑party manufacturers or subcontractors.
• Proficiency with Solid Works for drafting and documentation support; ability to create and modify technical drawings from 3D models.
• Experience assembling complex mechanical or electromechanical products using sub‑assemblies and COTS components.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with engineering, quality, and external suppliers.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a detail‑oriented, quality‑focused mindset.
• Ability to lift and move products over 50 lbs when required.
• Preferred:
  Solid Works certifications (e.g., CSWA, CSWP, or equivalent).
• Must be capable of obtaining a security clearance if required.