Ballistics Technician II

About National Technical Systems: We are a leading provider of testing innovation, serving as a trusted partner to NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, government agencies, and prominent industry leaders across the space and defense sectors.

Our company brings over 60 years of experience and expertise in handling the most complex projects and programs in the world. From centrifuge testing for the latest Mars rover, vibration testing for the Space Launch System (SLS), to environmental simulations for next-generation missiles, we are the pioneering partner for highly custom, end-to-end testing design and implementation.

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a skilled Ballistics Technician to perform tests and/or measurement tasks for the ballistics department. The successful candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of ballistics and mechanical principles, working knowledge of basic safety practices, and the ability to use all standard Ballistics equipment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Test Setup - Read specifications from technical documents, identify/prepare test equipment
• Perform Testing - Monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data
• Data Processing - After test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager
• Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown - Physically remove test items. Maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, & organizing supplies
• Other - Perform other duties as assigned

**Requirements:**

• Under general supervision; completes intermediate technical and mechanical procedures, regularly interacts with clients, troubleshoots and reworks standard tests
• Comprehensive knowledge of ballistics & mechanical principles, working knowledge of basic safety practices
• Able to use all standard Ballistics equipment; able to accurately capture necessary data; able to understand AC/DC circuits
• Basic MS Office skills

**Minimum Education and Experience:**

• HS Diploma or GED; AA or AS OR trade school for ballistics testing certificate OR military ballistics training strongly preferred
• 2+ Years of experience

**Working Conditions:** Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises

**Physical Requirements:** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

EEO Policy Statement: It is the policy of National Technical Systems to offer Equal Employment Opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, creed, ancestry, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, physical disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.

National Technical Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.