HC Approval only - Engineering Technician Ballistics

Title: Engineer Technician Ballistics

Location: Independence, MO

Salary: $66,000- $78,500

Schedule: 980 schedule

Focus: The Engineering Technician Ballistics supports the design, testing, and analysis of ballistics-related projects. These may include weapons systems, ammunition, protective materials, and related equipment. The technician works closely with engineers and researchers, performing hands-on testing and data collection to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency in ballistic technology applications.

Engineer Technician Ballistics Essential Job Functions:

• Support the Quality team by performing ballistic testing.
• Perform range maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning duties.
• Make Ballistic Gel for testing.
• Recommend improvements, assist in the implementation of those recommendations and escalate issues to leadership as needed.
  
  

Engineer Technician Ballistics Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three years full time mechanical experience.
• Basic firearm knowledge and reloading/handloading of ammunition experience preferred.
• Knowledge of ammunition test setups and procedures preferred.
• Advanced mechanical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand military specifications concerning the testing of small-caliber ammunition.
  
  

Location-Specific Requirements:

• Ability to obtain Department of Defense secret clearance and government explosives driver's license.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls if required.
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies.
  
  

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Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

Rooted in our corporate values , Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package .

• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
  
  

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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