Test Technician I

SIG SAUER Careers•Epping, NH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Test Technician I performs testing functions and creates simple reports while executing basic-complexity test plans. Drawing on prior firearms experience and technical and creative skills, the technician tests firearms in accordance with developed standards and collaborates with Test & Evaluation and areas across Research & Development. The role is non-exempt and requires regular on-site attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a role that generates written reports, or 2–5 years in a role shooting firearms in an industrial setting.
Experience identifying common firearm malfunctions and using and maintaining firearms.
Maintain Range Safety Officer qualifications, including passing First Aid/Trauma Management classes.
Maintain range certification and comply with SIG SAUER firearm-handling and shooting policies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
Ability to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks and stand for more than 90% of a shift, except during lunch and breaks.
Ability to frequently stand, sit, stoop, squat, walk, climb stairs, lift or move materials up to 40 pounds, and bend and kneel for at least 50% of the shift.
Ability to perform repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions and demonstrate fine motor skills, gripping, reaching, pulling, turning, and tool use.
Vision abilities may include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision and focusing on fine print.
Wear required personal protective equipment and comply with work-exposure EH&S training and security mandates.

Nice To Haves

Department of Defense firearm qualifications with M4, M17, M249, and M240.
Pistol, rifle, and shotgun training certifications from a recognized firearms academy.

Responsibilities

Safely and effectively operate test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, or industry standards.
Follow documented test plans to test firearms, ammunition, or accessories, with guidance and support from more experienced Test Technicians.
Analyze test data and provide periodic, accurate test status reports to management as assigned.
Engage in Continuous Improvement projects and tasks.
Communicate problems and corrective actions effectively to supervision.
Participate in and sustain 5S standards.
Follow required safety and ISO procedures.
Maintain qualifications to act as a Range Safety Officer, including passing First Aid/Trauma Management classes.
Maintain range certification and handle and shoot firearms in accordance with SIG SAUER policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.