Weapon & Testing Technician  Full Time NEW

Core Accountabilities

• Assembles prototypes for/with respective project engineer/s. Provides feedback and improvement suggestions for the
next prototype and/or industrialization/production stage. Assembles all required accessories.
• Works autonomously or in cooperation with T&E to test and evaluate prototypes. Is experienced enough to reliably conduct
accuracy tests and evaluate them.
• Follows established processes and procedures, wherever applicable
• Creates and implements an R&D department-wide unified testing and evaluation framework for all curent and
future product types. Works with T&E to implement said framework on production level, wherever possible.
• Submits reports regarding assemblibility, functionality, safety, accuracy and general technical condition of prototypes
• Researches and submits reports regarding current and future small arms trends, incl. patent researches
• Is responsible for the departments armory, incl. access control, weapond tracking, technical condition of the weapons,
inventory audits etc.
• Helps designers create a list of reference products for current and future projects. Follows up on orders.
• Is responsible for the department’s ammunition stock, resupply and maintenance
• Takes part in outside testing and demonstrations, if required
• Takes part in the design process of assembly fixtures and tools, based on experience during prototype stage
• Heavily assists Assembly and T&E department throughout industrialization
• Is responsible for audit efforts within his scope of work (Testing, R&D Workshop, Ammunition count, etc.)

Experience & Educational Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical /Production with background in the firearms industry.

• 1-3 years of experience in the industry – small arms field is an advantage
• Working knowledge of manual and machine metalwork
• Gunsmith experience
• Completed UAE National Service
• Interdepartmental communications and interaction
• Previous tenure/work experience in EDGE/Caracal at an associated position is an advantage
• Working experience with MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Key Skills

• Working knowledge of contemporary small arms design, operation and manufacture, consumer and weapon legislation, industry and trade practices
• Knowledge of engineering policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and Assembly techniques
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles