ENGINEERING TEST TECHNICIAN

DESCRIPTION The Engineering Test Technician is responsible for creating, organizing, and conducting the testing needed in the development of firearms, firearms accessories, and ammunition.
Assisting in the design and fabrication of prototypes, test equipment, and other manufacturing related items, and carefully documenting results and presenting findings.
They will work closely with the engineering and manufacturing teams to help create better processes and products.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Cooperate and work efficiently in a team environment, and with other employees.
Conduct testing in accordance with SAAMI standards and company testing procedures.
Create and modify test procedures using the Engineering Change Notification process.
Prepare for tests.
Coordinate product needed test supplies and personnel.
Perform research and develop test plans and procedures.
Inspect products and processes and identify areas of improvement.
Collect data and manipulate information to provide relevant results from the testing.
Be able to organize test results into structured test report.
Train and certify employees needed for testing.
Responsible for safety, availability of first aid and emergency medical communication for offsite testing.
Calibration and maintenance of test equipment.
Estimate test costs and specify resources to be used.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Education & Experience Associates Degree or Certificate in firearms technology or engineering-based technology.
Training or coursework in the use and function of firearms.
Familiarity with the use and set-up of strain gauges, accelerometers, thermocouples, and other data acquisition equipment.
Competencies Computer skills including Excel or comparable software, word processing, etc.
Ability to accurately conduct tests from planning to report.
Ability to interpret test results and provide recommendations.
Must have strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent skills in interpersonal relationships, communication and teamwork.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with both management and production.
Work independently and possess a high level of self-motivation and initiative.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MEASURES Meet objective goals assigned during quarterly performance coaching.
Perform duties in a timely manner and report outcomes.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to acknowledge: Working expectations: walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
The employee will be subject to prolonged standing.
The employee must be able to manipulate and assemble small parts.
Specific vision abilities: list such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Weight requirement: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 57 pounds and push/pull up to 53 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not typically exposed to weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This position may spend significant time on the manufacturing floor but will also work in an office environment using standard office equipment including computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets.
While performing the duties of this job, this position may be exposed to the manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
The noise level in this work environment can be loud.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Weatherby is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
DISCLAIMER Must be 18 or older, work is on site in Sheridan, WY and pre-employment testing includes drug and alcohol testing, physical requirements and background check.