Sustaining Engineering Tech II Job at Palmetto State Armory L
JOB PURPOSE
The Sustaining Engineering Tech II provides engineering and production support of existing product lines to support Production, Supply Chain and Quality team goals. This position reports directly to the Director of Product Development. As part of the product development team, the Sustaining Engineering Tech II is responsible for using their knowledge of firearm operation and function to refine and improve existing firearms in production. Additionally, this position will develop or assist in the development of new products with value-add line extensions and special make ups.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Accountable for technical design support and problem-solving support to the organization.- Accountable for diagnosing issues and implementation of technical continuous improvement that improves quality, delivery, and cost.
- Accountable for owning product design and performance for current and previously created products.
- Supports efforts of product improvement and value engineering efforts that support the goals of Production, Supply Chain and Quality.
- Implement design for manufacturing techniques into existing production components.
- Support fault analysis of mechanical systems and discover root cause and corrective actions.
- Support design studies and tolerance analysis on critical mating components.
- Recommend and support design changes by creating drawings and solid models through an ECR/ECO process.
- Support testing and analyze test data. Support creation of test reports to document results and make design recommendations.
- Contribute to R&D projects in a team setting to meet project cost targets and delivery dates.
- Consistently follow safe firearm handling practices.
- Must be able to travel between local locations, and additional travel infrequently.
- All other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be willing to learn, improve, adapt and be flexible while displaying ownership of production and manufacturing problems.- 2+ years of manufacturing, production assembly, test fire or repairs experience; firearm industry preferred.
- Working level understanding of two or more firearm or component types; AK, MSR and/or pistol preferred.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills with sound decision making ability.
- Experience using and maintaining firearms and related products is preferred.
- Working knowledge of print reading required.
- Hand measurement experience with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and additional equipment required.
- Working understanding of design for manufacturing for one or more manufacturing techniques required; polymer injection molding, metal injection molding, machining, stamping, casting, forging, springs, etc. preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with executive management and work group.
- Positive attitude, goal driven, and focused on the overall strategic picture of the organization.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including effective communication both orally and written.
- Working knowledge of SolidWorks and/or other 3D CAD software preferred.
- Working understanding of performing tolerance stack analyses preferred.
- Proficient skills with computers, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook preferred.
- Required to maintain confidentiality.
- Associates Degree in a manufacturing, quality or related field, or equivalent experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a high-volume manufacturing environment, working with chemicals, and handling with both manual and automated equipment and systems; and will involve working in a typical office environment. Specific job assignments may require day, evening, weekend, or holiday hours. Overtime may be required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Team members are constantly standing, walking, carrying, pulling/pushing, bending, seeing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, hearing, as well as handing paperwork, and computer and phone usage. Team members will be lifting objects weighing 50 lbs. or less regularly. Cleaning material and chemicals used regularly.
DIRECT REPORTS
Not applicable
Must be at least 18 years old.
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