Engineering Technician - Federal
About The Position
Federal Ammunition is seeking an Engineering Technician to work alongside Product Development Engineering. The role supports testing, product evaluation, process improvement, and development activities. The technician builds, tests, and evaluates ammunition from conception through full production; troubleshoots design and manufacturing issues; recommends solutions; and documents new products and manufacturing processes. The position is based at the company's office in Anoka, Minnesota, and reports to the Manager of Product Development Engineering. Work assignments may involve potentially hazardous areas, including exposure to flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to support compliance with company and federal regulations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 24 months of employment at The Kinetic Group in Anoka.
- At least 12 months in the current position at The Kinetic Group in Anoka, including work-preference moves.
- No disciplinary action at a Report of Conference level or above within the last 12 months.
- Working knowledge of Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing principles and their application in production, including materials planning, inventory management, process efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of production processes and skill in setting up and operating a variety of production machines.
- High mechanical aptitude and analytical ability.
- Knowledge of gauging techniques and ability to use micrometers, calipers, and production gauges.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Experience in ammunition design, ballistics, firearm operation, and/or related processes.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of centerfire ammunition design and manufacturing processes.
- Experience hand-loading ammunition.
- Experience with bullet assembly machines.
- Experience operating mills, lathes, and other metalworking equipment.
- Experience with design of experiments (DOEs) and other statistical testing to solve complex problems.
- Familiarity with ballistics processes and testing.
- Associate degree, vocational-technical education, or certification.
- Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
Responsibilities
- Build, test, and evaluate ammunition from conception through full production.
- Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues and recommend solutions.
- Create documentation for new products and manufacturing processes.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
Benefits
- Day-one healthcare coverage.
- Company-paid parental leave.
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%.
- Career development opportunities.
- Education assistance.
- Paid time away from work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
