Engineering Admin - Engineering Technician

  • The Safariland Group
  • Golden, Colorado
  • Full Time

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Position Summary
The Engineering Technician supports engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance
activities within an NQA-1 compliant manufacturing environment. This role assists
engineers in the development, documentation, inspection, testing, and continuous
improvement of products and processes. The technician ensures that all work activities are
performed in accordance with applicable procedures, drawings, specifications, and
regulatory requirements while maintaining strict traceability and documentation
standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide technical support to engineering staff for manufacturing, testing, and
inspection activities.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives for filter production, focusing on
efficiency, consistency, quality, and throughput.
• Perform test support activities using calibrated measurement equipment.
o May be trained/certified in ASNT Level II Leak Testing and ASNT Level II
Penetrant Testing in addition to internal testing training/certifications.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures to support
production and quality verification.
• Support configuration control and document control processes in accordance with
NQA-1 requirements.
• Record and maintain quality records ensuring complete traceability and
documentation compliance.
• Assist with root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous
improvement initiatives.
• Support qualification testing, validation activities, and equipment setup.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to resolve
technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Update/create drawings and models as necessary.
Required Qualifications
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related
technical field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering support role preferred.
• Experience working in regulated environments such as nuclear, aerospace, defense,
or medical manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical
specifications.
• Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD Software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office with strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working under NQA-1, ISO 9001, or other regulated quality systems.
• Familiarity with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and
CMM equipment.
• Knowledge of configuration management and document control processes.
• Experience supporting qualification testing or product validation.
Key Competencies
• Self-motivated and proactive individual
• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Communication and teamwork
• Technical documentation and traceability
• Quality and regulatory compliance mindset
Working Conditions
• Work performed in both office and manufacturing environments.
• May require standing, walking, and use of inspection equipment on the production
floor.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must follow all safety and quality procedures required for controlled manufacturing
environments.
• Potential travel ( Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered:

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
  • Employer paid disability
  • Wellness program
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Work life balance
  • Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions . We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

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All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

Job ID: 517631152
Originally Posted on: 4/16/2026

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