Gunsmith II (Ft. Hunter Liggett, CA)

PD Systems•Fort Hunter Liggett, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gunsmith II is responsible for performing detailed assembly, disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and repair of foreign and domestic small arms weapons, including both standard and non-standard systems. This position requires knowledge of tools such as hammers, punches, files, and stones, as well as limited experience operating gunsmithing machinery including laths, milling machines, and surface grinders. The Gunsmith II applies basic shop safety procedures and performs various support functions for the shop, including bead blasting, preparing metal parts, and refinishing, and assisting with ammo inventory, residue turn-in, calibration control, weapons cleaning, and organizational – level weapons maintenance. In addition, to these duties, the Gunsmith II performs major repairs on foreign and domestic small arms weapons and can build custom pistols or rifles with little to no supervision. This position requires a strong understanding of gunsmithing tools and procedures, as well as moderate knowledge of firearms operating principles and ballistics. The Gunsmith II must be able to fabricate special jigs, fixtures, and other tooling with some supervision, read and interpret blueprint drawings, and work from those drawings accurately. This position may also serve as a primary instructor on standard and non-standard small arms weapons systems, assist in conducting Armorer's courses, and support inspection teams or military personnel as required. The role requires a thorough understanding of firearm operations, maintenance, and repair, along with moderate knowledge of internal and external ballistic theories. Basic computer literacy may be required. Performs all other position -related duties and assigned or requested.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completed 92Y Unit Armorer Certification Course: 551-F29 (MTT-A/G) or equivalent civilian training
Experienced in military logistics and security requirements/regulations associated with management of small arms
Attendance at a formal one to two year accredited in-house gun-smithing course, or equivalent work experience with a minimum 2-3 years' experience
Knowledge of U.S. Army procedures and logistics information systems
Be thoroughly familiar with US Military Technical Manuals (TMs)
Strong customer service skills
Ability to perform various production control activities including gathering and filing records, reporting on use of materials, and monitoring customer requests
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications
Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 30 pounds
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment
NACI/CAC Required and obtain a Common Access card (CAC)
Must be a US Citizen or able to work in the US

Nice To Haves

Armor certification or Gun Smith certification(s)
Experience working with U. S. Army combat and tactical weapons
A valid US Army MOS 45 Bravo, 93 Juliet or USMC MOS 2111 certificate and/or GSA/OEM Factory Armorer certifications for required weapons

Responsibilities

performing detailed assembly, disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and repair of foreign and domestic small arms weapons, including both standard and non-standard systems
applying basic shop safety procedures
performing various support functions for the shop, including bead blasting, preparing metal parts, and refinishing, and assisting with ammo inventory, residue turn-in, calibration control, weapons cleaning, and organizational – level weapons maintenance
performing major repairs on foreign and domestic small arms weapons and can build custom pistols or rifles with little to no supervision
fabricating special jigs, fixtures, and other tooling with some supervision
reading and interpreting blueprint drawings, and work from those drawings accurately
serving as a primary instructor on standard and non-standard small arms weapons systems
assisting in conducting Armorer's courses
supporting inspection teams or military personnel as required
performing all other position -related duties and assigned or requested