Nightforce Optics was established in 1992 with one goal in mind: to build the finest riflescopes on the market. The same qualities that have made Nightforce the choice of professionals have now created a dedicated following among hunters and serious shooters. 

Note: All job offers are contingent on passing pre-employment requirements, including a drug screen and criminal background check.

**This position can be based in either of our office sites located in Orofino, ID and Meridian, ID.

PURPOSE:

Responsible for integration of electro-mechanical and/or electro-optical systems into riflescopes, sporting optics, and related accessories.  Must possess the ability to apply the following: Analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, embedded firmware, software for PC and mobile devices, and testing/validation for project-specific goals

Technical Experience, Qualifications & Skills Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 10+ years’ experience in hands-on hardware and firmware design

• Working knowledge of signal processing, communication protocols, sensing, displays, PCB layout, programming languages, and wireless communications.

• Strong familiarity of FCC certification requirements and procedures for embedded devices

• Ability to prioritize workload effectively and manage a project from concept to full production

• Languages: C/C++, Assembly

• Prototype fabrication and assembly, including surface mount and through-hole soldering, testing and validation

• Solid debugging skills and the ability to solve difficult problems

• Self-motivated to resolve problems in creative ways, researching new technologies and standards

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly. Dynamic and open-minded.

• Must have excellent written & verbal communication skills, be team-oriented and be able to work autonomously

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficient with embedded test equipment

• RTOS experience including low level hardware drivers

• Software: Altium Designer, Subversion, other IDE’s for microcontroller development

• Experience designing for and testing MIL-STD-416 environmental, ESD, and EMI compliance

• Real-time, event driven firmware programming

• Low power, battery operated hardware and firmware design

• Protocols: USB, SPI, I2C, RS-232/485, Bluetooth, 802.15.4 (Zigbee)

• Graphical user interface and human interface device design is a plus

• Optical and opto-mechanical experience would be considered a plus

• Contribute expertise to and learn from the R&D group

Core Accountabilities:

• Component selection and circuit design for position sensing, environmental sensing, data display, user interface, wired and wireless communications in battery operated systems

• Assemble and validate high-reliability prototypes for in-field use

• Provide technical documentation and support for production, including PCB design files, bill of materials, firmware binaries, assembly/operating procedures, testing and inspection criteria, etc.

• Coordinate with other team members to ensure proper fit, form, and function using 3D models, drawings, etc.

• Work directly with prototype shops ensuring timely delivery of prototypes to verify new designs.

• Serve as technical correspondent to materials making sure product details are successfully communicated to vendors.

• Ensure vendors comply with specs and are approved prior to manufacturing according to organizational guidelines.

• Work with customer requests, sales vision and emerging technologies to ensure projects fulfil market demand and sales potential.

• Manage modifications to all design files and documentation.

• Task status is regularly and formally communicated to project teams

• Ensure changes follow the ECO process and are documented appropriately

• Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs

• Conduct research that tests and analyses the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment and components and systems.

• Recommend design modification to eliminate quality issues

• Guide product through the entire design phase, including the transfer from final design samples to implemented production.

• Other duties, as required

 Process Improvement:

• Define methodology and present proposals for process improvements

• Detail process design improvements to relevant US standards

• Manage procurement of equipment, jigs and fixtures

• Prepare information for quotes for new product and product parts

• Plan & manage projects within outlined scope and within acceptable time frames

• Contribute to cost down projects

Nightforce Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by law.

For more information about our company and its products, please go to nightforceoptics.com. 

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*OPEN UNTIL FILLED*

Nightforce Optics was established in 1992 with one goal in mind: to build the finest riflescopes on the market. The same qualities that have made Nightforce the choice of professionals have now created a dedicated following among hunters and serious shooters. 

Note: All job offers are contingent on passing pre-employment requirements, including a drug screen and criminal background check.

Purpose: 

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing manufacturing processes than ensure operator safety and efficiency, with built-in quality. He/she works closely with Production, the Machine Shop and Research & Development departments and is responsible for dealing with technical issues. The Manufacturing Engineer is the liaison between departments.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline

• Five years documentable experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering

• Sound literacy in 3D CAD (ideally Autodesk Inventor or Solid Works) & Microsoft packages

• Manual and automated assembly experience

• Machining and threading knowledge

• Tool, jig and fixture design experience

• Lean manufacturing knowledge and skills

• Ability to prioritize workload effectively and manage a project from start to finish

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills, team oriented and able to work autonomously 

Core Accountabilities:

• Evaluate bottlenecks and find/implement process improvements.

• Develop concepts and/or design fixtures or tooling concurrent with product design.

• Identify optimum manufacturing techniques.

• Update 2D print data into 3D environment capturing all necessary manufacturing details.

• Act as liaison between assembly and machine shop/suppliers assuring product details and processes are captured.

• Troubleshoot and document assembly and machine shop problems.

• Assist/develop inspection processes.

• Provide technical documents outlining assembly and process standard operating procedures.

• Serve as technical correspondent to materials making sure blueprint details are successfully communicated to suppliers.

• Assist QA with supplier qualification

• Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs

• Recommend design modification to eliminate quality issues and improve manufacturability

• Contribute/lead manufacturing activities in new Product Development Process

• Complete manufacturing responsibilities of Engineering Change Order process

• Justify, specify and oversee commissioning of capital equipment.

Nightforce Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by law.

For more information about our company and its products, please go to nightforceoptics.com. 

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FirstSpear, LLC is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Textiles Based Tactical Equipment for our growing company in the St. Louis area. This position will interact with many departments of the company to continue to improve manufacturing processes, strengthen efficiency and product quality.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs to assist with continuous improvement related to manufacturing and product development.

• Focus on efficient systems to fix faults in the production process.

• Devise efficient manufacturing systems to optimize the use of equipment, machinery, materials personnel, factory layout and space utilization.

• Devise systems that will integrate workers, machines, and materials. Follow up on opportunities to improve performance.

• Develop tracking systems to resolve production issues, ensure quality, control manufacturing costs, and support cost analysis.

• Communicate with manufacturing and design teams to resolve problems while minimizing costs.

• Prepare necessary documentation consistent with company guidelines, technical specifications, industry and legal requirements, including SOPs.

• Create and maintain required manufacturing process documentation, including process flow charts, capacity and utilization studies, time and motion studies, standard work, cycle time analysis and line balancing.

• Document operational breakdowns, workflows and standard allowed minutes and conduct time and motion studies.

• Support the development and maintenance of production standards

• Lend product engineering expertise to the product design and product development teams to ensure product design specifications, quality standards and production lot testing requirements are appropriately documented across all product lines.

• Recommend changes to product design specifications as warranted to enhance quality and/or reduce manufacturing cost.

• Explore new and existing processes, construction methods, machinery and materials as an input to product design specification and performance metrics.

• Lend engineering expertise to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for product safety and other performance measures while satisfying form, fit and functionality objectives.

• Develop standardized procedures to maintain and calibrate manufacturing equipment; and identify and validate changes to equipment, materials and construction methods prior to implementation in the manufacturing process.

• Conduct employee training for productivity improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record in a related discipline

• Strong relationship building skills with a commitment to a team environment

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Highly motivated and achievement oriented

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Positive and collaborative attitude

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Product Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of related experience

• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing processes is required; specific knowledge of manufacturing processes utilizing textiles, industrial sewing and thermoplastic forming is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 5S or other similar disciplines is highly valued.

• Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time study, and process balancing.

• Proficient with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office programs.

• Experience with CAD programs highly favored.

Benefits

• 401(k)

• 401(k) Matching

• Dental Insurance

• Employee Discount

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plan

• Vision Insurance

Why work with us? Great culture!

We are a vibrant, growing company proudly supplying elite military and law enforcement professionals with the most advanced tactical gear and personal protective equipment available. Looking for hardworking individuals who are team-oriented, yet strong and independent thinkers to join our mission supporting the men and women of law enforcement and the armed services who risk everything to protect our lives and our liberty. Interested candidates with prior military or law enforcement experience are encouraged to apply. We offer a great culture, competitive wages, 401K, full medical/dental benefits and PTO.

How to Apply

• Indeed
www.indeed.com/job/quality-assurance-manager

• Ziprecruiter
www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/firstspear-llc-58ffb353/quality-assurance-manager

• Email Resume

[email protected]

Want to know more?

Check out our websites:

• www.first-spear.com

• www.first-spear.tech

• www.first-spear.tv

FirstSpear, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The organization considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.