TYR Tactical

TacJobs – Glock Seeks Export Administrator in Atlanta

February 25th, 2020

General Purpose

Perform export licensing responsibilities essential to GLOCK sales, training, and intercompany functions.

Position Type: Full Time Hourly

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain working knowledge of US export laws and regulations including, but not limited to, the Arms Export Control Act, International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Export Administration Regulations, US Customs and Border Patrol, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

• Review documents pertaining to export licenses applications and prepare licenses for the US Department of State.

• Request and maintain records of GLOCK International Sales Compliance Program.

• Review all parties involved in any export transactions and apply internal vetting procedures to ensure compliance.

• Maintain files and records of all export transactions in accordance with US export regulations and company policy.

• Scan and archive export documentation.

• Enter export sales orders into order system.

• Communicate with customers and other departments on order status and research, analyze, and resolve complex customer issues.

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely production and shipment of orders.

• Validate prepared shipments against export license balance to ensure compliance prior to shipping.

• Arrange GLOCK shipments to international customers.

• Coordinate with GLOCK GesmbH and GLOCK subsidiaries for all transshipments thru the US.

• Create export documentation including invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, Apostille certification, proforma documents, Shippers Letter of Instructions, Airway Bill, Certificates of Insurance, etc. Maintains export documentation in accordance with US export regulations.

• Analyzes data and prepares reports integral to forecasting the company’s international sales growth.

• Own all requests for supporting documentation and requests for assistance from international partners, maintaining a critical eye to ensure accuracy.

• Maintain working knowledge of all GLOCK products and processes.

• Must be highly organized, accurate, and detail oriented.

• Must have superior critical thinking skills and ability to adapt to changing, dynamic situations.

• Use problem solving skills with an analytical thought process.

• Work at both detail and strategic levels; work calmly under pressure and with frequent interruptions while displaying sound judgment.

• Effectively prioritize, organize time and multitask numerous concurrently.

• Travel occasionally.

Qualifications/Job requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, pre-skills, and/or abilities needed to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified employees or applicants with disabilities.

Competencies

• Leadership

• Ethical Practice

• Conflict Resolution

• Communication

• Critical Evaluation

• Analytical Thinking

• Relationship Management

• Time Management

• Adaptability

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military service.

• Two years related experience and/or training.

• Familiarization or ability to familiarize with ITAR 22 C.F.R., Parts 120-130.

• Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamics AX, etc.

• General office skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Drivers License

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified employees and applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to lift and carry boxes up to 30 pounds. The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time and may also be required to stand for long periods of time. The employee is regularly required to use fingers and hands to use computer keyboard. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is to work indoors in a climate controlled administrative office setting. Work regularly scheduled shifts within normal hours of operation and may be asked to work overtime as needed.

Compensation:

Compensation package will be commensurate with experience and education

BENEFITS:

• Medical

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Employee discount

• Dental

• Life insurance

• PTO

To apply, visit jobs.glock.us/application-start

US Army Small Arms Competitive Marksmanship Program

February 25th, 2020

Here’s an Army Regulation that recently came to my attention. The latest version of AR 350-66, Small Arms Competitive Marksmanship Program, was published last September. It provides several updates such as allowing the use of optics and M855A1 ammunition in competitions. It also increased the number of competitions each year

Download your copy here.

Helikon-Tex IWA OutDoorClassics 2020

February 25th, 2020

Helikon-Tex® is making its way to yet another IWA OutdoorClassics exhibition, proving its ground as producers of highly-anticipated and well-designed tactical gear. Just like the last time, they’re going to show their brand-new products in Hall 9, booth 9-220, inviting you all to their tactical world. What is going to be shown?

Helikon-Tex® Competition MultiGun Rig®

Competition MultiGun Rig® was a concept gear at the 2019 IWA OutDoorClassic and this year it’s coming as a fully developed product to be sold starting in late March. It’s a versatile, need-adjustable chest rig for dynamic range shooting. Various available pouches for carbine and pistol mags, IFAK set and EDC gear are making it a great choice for shooters at all levels of experience.

Helikon-Tex® MCDU® Combat Shirt

Helikon-Tex® MCDU® Combat Shirt is the latest addition to the whole set of Patrol Line uniforms. Made of highly-breathable TopCool fabric it was tested in 2019 by a SWAT brigade. Both biceps pockets will easily store a folded map and a GPS transmitter. This combat shirt will work well with all types of plate carriers and backpacks.

 

Helikon-Tex® Covert M-65 Jacket®

Helikon-Tex® Covert M-65 Jacket® is a modern approach to the all-time classic M-65 Field Jacket. Made of DuraCanvas® fabric it’ll protect its user against light rain and wind, and keep warmth when needed. In addition to a variety of buttoned and zippered pockets, there’s a fully-detachable pocket inside which can be used as a separate waist-pack.

Helikon-Tex® Swagman Roll Basic®

Helikon-Tex® Swagman Roll Basic® is a simpler version of well-known Swagman Roll®. Made of the battle-tested lining of M-65 Jacket it’s a universal layer to be used solo or as an addition to a hammock. It has an improved hood and may be used as a sleeping bag when needed.

Helikon-Tex® Bergen Backpack®

Helikon-Tex® Bergen Backpack® is a renewed, modern version of “Bergen” backpack which has been used by the British Army in the post WW2 era. With its 18-liter storage capacity, it’ll be just enough for a 2-3 day trip for an advanced trekker and a single day trek for novices. 3 outer pockets and a couple of gear-slots makes it easy to spread one’s gear properly.

Helikon-Tex® Bushcraft Belt Kit

Helikon-Tex® Bushcraft Belt Kit will be shown as a concept model this year at IWA OutDoorClassics. It’s a cleverly-designed bushcraft belt to carry your survival essentials by attaching additional pouches. The latter will include the Vagabond Seat Pad, the Bushcraft Pouch, the Dump Pouch, the Water Canteen Pouch and the Compass Pouch.

Helikon-Tex® is a polish-based tactical gear company founded in 1983. Its origins are mostly related to surplus military equipment, but since 1999 it’s producing its own tactical, military and outdoor gear. In 2019, they started to work with well-known experts who become Helikon-Tex Ambassadors. Their main motto is #JourneyToPerfection.

Find out more about Helikon-Tex at: www.helikon-tex.com

#GoLoud and Check Out Direct Action Gear at IWA OutDoor Classic 2020

February 24th, 2020

Direct Action® is a Polish manufacturer specializing in combat gear for LE, military and civilian users. At IWA OutDoor Classic 2020 they’ll be presenting their flagship products as well as brand-new gear to be offered in 2020. Visit them in Hall 9, booth 9-220 and check:

Direct Action® SPITFIRE MK II PLATE CARRIER®

SPITFIRE MK II PLATE CARRIER® may look simpler than the previous version, but in fact, it is much more scalable and mission configurable. We’ve decided to strip down the carrier of unnecessary PALS slots under the flap and on the back as well as to enlarge the loop panel on the front for large LE patches. What’s more – we’ve made it lighter than the standard version. Thanks to numerous new flaps, back panels and cummerbunds you are able to make the carrier the way you actually need it.

Direct Action® VANGUARD COMBAT TROUSERS® and VANGUARD COMBAT SHIRT®

VANGUARD COMBAT TROUSERS® were made specially to provide as much freedom of movement as possible without compromising the durability.

Made of NYCO fabric with Cordura® 500D reinforcements on the knees, these pants will serve you well on any mission. Numerous pockets, including classic hip pockets, zippered front pockets and hook&loop closed pockets on thighs will fit all your necessities. The hook&loop pockets can be used as improvised dump pouches. Hook&loop flaps on leg cuffs and knees allow you to adjust the pants to your needs. Additionally, to provide even more freedom of movement, the pants feature numerous gussets made of 4-way elastic soft shell fabric.

VANGUARD COMBAT SHIRT® is made of top quality fabrics. The torso is made of Polartec® PowerDry FR fabric that is not only pleasant to touch but also stretchable, as well as transfers the moisture away from the body. The sleeves are made of NYCO fabric that is durable, yet breathable. Reinforcements on the elbows, that work as pockets for protective pads, are made of Cordura® 500D fabric. There are additional zippered pockets on shoulders with soft loop panels for personalization.

Direct Action® DYNYCO fabric to be shown at IWA OutDoor Classic 2020

At 2020 IWA OutDoor Classics Direct Action® will show a completely new material – DYNYCO, which will be used to make VANGUARD COMBAT TROUSERS®.

What is DYNYCO? Direct Action®  R&D department has developed a flexible yet robust and lightweight material that will protect the soldier but at the same time adapt to movements on the battlefield

How was this done? Direct Action® labs have started to add elastane to cotton and nylon to achieve even greater flexibility while providing the user with the same comfort. And so “Dynamic-NYCO”, or DYNYCO for short, was born – one of the first flexible NYCO rip-stop material with 49% Nylon 48% Cotton 3% Elastane.

Ready for the show? Come and visit Direct Action® crew in Hall 9, booth 9-220.

Find out more about Direct Action at: us.directactiongear.com

Mobile Phone Pouches by At The Front Shop

February 24th, 2020

At The Front’s Mobile phone pouches are made from WWII US fabric. They’re a bit of a cross between an M1 carbine and .45 mag pouch. They will accept up to iPhone plus and Samsung note 10’s. The pouch is worn by passing a belt through the sleeve on the back. Made in USA. $39.99.

2020 Viktos Catalog

February 24th, 2020

The 2020 Viktos catalog is online here.

CADPAT: A Uniquely Canadian Development

February 24th, 2020

Ottawa, Ontario — The seed of what would become the Canadian Disruptive Pattern (CADPAT) was planted in Denmark.

Still, in the hands of the Canadian soldiers and defence scientists behind its development, CADPAT evolved into a distinctly Canadian product – it is a trademark of the Department of National Defence, in fact.

Master Corporal Michel St-Pierre of 3rd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, wearing the Canadian Army’s Winter Operations camouflage pattern, stands watch with his section during Exercise RAFALE BLANCHE in St Sylvestre, Québec on February 3, 2014. Photo: Master Corporal Patrick Blanchard, Canadian Forces Combat Camera. ©2014 DND/MDN Canada.

Nearly 20 years since its introduction, and in response to new developments in infra-red and other night vision systems, Canada’s homegrown pattern is headed for retirement to make way for the next generation of disruptive camouflage.

This is the first in a series of four articles tracing the origins and development of CADPAT – from Canada’s initial recognition of disruptive camouflage as the way forward, to field trials assisted by our allies and, finally, to its emergence on the world stage, where it was recognized as highly effective and would be widely imitated.

What is CADPAT?

CADPAT is Canada’s take on disruptive camouflage. Prior to the 1940s, camouflage was about concealment – allowing soldiers to blend with their surroundings. Disruptive patterns draw on observations of the natural world from as far back as the early 1900s, when researchers made the counter-intuitive observation that high-contrast combinations of light and dark shades are effective in making the outlines of plants and animals indistinct.

Canada developed three CADPAT variations: Temperate Woodland (TW) is the version civilians will be most familiar with as it is worn day-to-day by Canadian Army (CA) members and Air Force and Navy personnel who work in Army lines. Designed for use in forest and grassland environments, it is a mix of light green, dark green, brown and black.

Lieutenant Cindy Lagarie, wearing the Canadian Army’s Arid Regions camouflage pattern, takes a break after firing her C7 rifle at the 25 meter range at Camp Julien in Kabul, Afghanistan on 26 April, 2005. Photo: Sergeant Frank Hudec, Canadian Forces Combat Camera. ©2005 DND/MDN Canada.

The Arid Regions (AR) pattern was created for desert, near desert, and savannah conditions, and incorporates three different shades of brown.

The Winter Operations (WO) pattern, created for snow-covered or mixed woodland and snowy terrain, replaced previous solid winter whites to improve soldiers’ day and night concealment with technology that reduces detection by night vision devices.

TW is being replaced but the CA will retain both the AR and WO patterns.

When viewed up close, the blocky, pixelated look of TW and AR patterns might appear ill-suited to concealment.

Members of 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry wear the Canadian Disruptive Pattern during Exercise ALLIED SPIRIT VI, part of Operation REASSURANCE, on March 16, 2017. Photo: Master Corporal Jennifer Kusche, Canadian Forces Combat Camera. ©2017 DND/MDN Canada.

“From a couple of metres you see the square pixel but when you pull back, then the colour starts to blend,” explained Jean Dumas, a scientist with Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC). He contributed to the development of the AR and WO patterns, which followed TW. “The shades will mix and that produces the disruptive effect, meaning that the edge of a solider or the general shape will be disrupted – the edge will be fuzzy. You don’t know where it starts, where it ends.”

In the next installment, the Canadian Army takes its first steps into disruptive camouflage research and development and exceeds expectations.

By Steven Fouchard, Canadian Army Public Affairs

Black Diamond Equipment – Waterproof Overmitts

February 24th, 2020

Black Diamond’s Waterproof Overmitts are sizes to fit over other handwear. They feature a stretchy 3L waterproof breathable shell fabric with DWR finish and textured palm panels for a durable grip.