National Armorer

Title : National Armorer

Location : Potomac, MD

Security Clearance : Sensitive

Schedule : Due to the nature of law enforcement work and operation, position may require occasional support outside of core working hours, as well as intermittent weekend support, mission dependent.

About TPG Analytics :

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Job Summary :

The National Armorer will provide technical expertise and armorer services to the Postal Inspection Service. The Armorer will support the following : the development and implementation of comprehensive and periodic maintenance plans for all USPIS weapon systems; the acceptance, assembly, testing, repair, and distribution of all USPIS weapon systems; all USPIS Threat Management training programs and perform other duties consistent with armorer responsibilities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Weapons Operation, Maintenance and Safety - Perform maintenance of USPIS weapon systems in compliance with USPIS policy, law, regulations, directives and manufacturers' specifications. Inspect, clean, maintain, and repair USPIS weapon systems to include semi-automatic pistols, rifles, and shotguns. Disassemble and reassemble firearms to diagnose and fix issues. Build new USPIS agency issued firearms and perform a BUIS and Red Dot zero and functionality test before deployment. Ensure a QC check and live fire is conducted on all new handguns prior to issue and use to BIT and PPO students. Perform accuracy tests and ensure proper functioning of firearms. Stay updated on the latest advancements in weaponry and safety standards Collaborate with DTMC's relating to field firearms issues. Test and evaluate all training weapons purchased for force-on-force applications to ensure consistency between training and live weapon platforms. Inspect, clean, and repair / replace all related firearms accessories including but not limited to weapon mounted lights, optics, optic mounting plates / risers, slings, grips, and holsters. Create and implement a standardized field level armorer kit including requisite tools, procedures, checklists, and spare parts inventory. Attend outside agency or vendor trainings as directed by the NTMC to ensure USPIS tools, equipment, and safety standards meet or exceed those already in place in the wider law enforcement community. Keeps detailed records of all work performed on firearms and provide armorer report.
• Inventory Management - Maintain the accountability of weapons and equipment in accordance with all USPIS, policies, procedures and requirements. Conduct regular inventory checks and maintain accurate records on firearms maintained, serviced, and repaired. Oversee the process for maintaining USPIS weapon maintenance manuals and conduct audits to ensure the correct information is being captured within all USPIS weapon maintenance manuals.
• Training - Provide training and guidance on the proper use and maintenance of firearms. Be present at Threat Management firearms related training where required to oversee firearms operations and troubleshoot. Provide SME support to national threat management projects, including but not limited to, basic academy and in-service threat management training initiatives. Assist with teaching the Basic Inspector and Postal Police Officer Curriculum when not armoring weapons.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills :

Clearance :

Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.

Security Requirements / Background Investigation Requirements :

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description

For more information about the company please visit our website at www.TPGanalytics.com.

TPG Analytics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

TPG Analytics complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@tpganalytics.com.