Job Description

General Summary

Engineering Intern Job Description:

• To assist Product Development Engineers in developing new products through all phases of the development cycle from initial sample builds, testing and analysis of results, to final reporting of results in preparation for production.
• Work with ballistics department to build loads in specification, handload test samples and perform testing as needed.
• Tool up and adjust experimental machines.
• Assist in running defined Engineering Qualification quantities of product and identify rework of tools as necessary.
• Gauge parts to verify they are in tolerance.
• Work with Production Adjusters to help with training and to get product samples manufactured to meet product specifications

Principal Duties and Accountabilities (*Essential Functions)

Requirements:

• Self-motivated hard worker.
• Ability to read and interpret product drawings.
• Good problem solving and analytical ability.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with minimal oversight.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer and writing skills for data recording and creation of status reports.
• Ability to shoot field guns for product testing purposes is preferred.
• Experience with handloading, shooting and hunting preferred.

*NOTE:  This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and   

              responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions.  As an essential function of the job, good 

              attendance is required. Overtime, including working extended shift hours and/or during scheduled days off, may be required.

Educational Skills and Experience

• High School diploma, G.E.D. certificate or recognized equivalent
• Ability to speak, read and write in the English language sufficient enough to perform the following:
  • Communicate effectively with other team members and supervision
  • Read and comprehend process instructions
  • Record pertinent process information as required
• Student currently enrolled in an accredited technical college or university.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable challenged individuals to perform the essential functions provided this accommodation does not adversely affect other employees.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; extreme heat; explosives and vibration. Eye protection in the form of approved safety glasses with side shields or approved safety goggles is required. Approved steel-toe safety shoes are required. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and requires hearing protection to be worn in the work area.

Physical Demands

• Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal depth perception and peripheral vision
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 45 lbs. unaided
• Ability to push a loaded production buggy weighing as much as 1,500 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit for up to 3 hours at a time
• Ability to occasionally kneel, crouch, bend or extend reach as required to perform tasks
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs
• Ability to grasp and feel small parts

Note: One or more of the Physical Demands may be waived to enable challenged individuals the opportunity of employment provided this accommodation does not adversely affect other employees.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled

At this time, Vista Outdoor is closely monitoring the developments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 workplace rule regarding COVID-19 vaccination or testing. You will not be asked any questions regarding these items during application.