Fortuna
Newbie
I am interested in starting a career in the firearms industry, but I need guidance. I am 21 years old, live in North East Pennsylvania, and have no hard skills on paper (trade school, college degree, etc.). I have ADHD, which is amazing when I am doing something I am interested in/passionate about, but it has made it very difficult for me to excel in "normal" jobs.
I know from past experience that I can easily spend hours working on the thing(s) that intrigue me, and firearms/firearm accessories are at the top of that list. I am very interested in improving designs and/or working more as a armorer/gunsmith/craftsman vs something like a factory worker (very repetitive, non-mentally stimulating or challenging, work and I don't mix well). I like the idea of working on firearms directly (The AR, AK, 1911, and CZ (Pistol) platforms are the most interesting to me) but I don't really know what my options are.
I was hoping that you guys could help make me aware different jobs in the industry, how much you can earn in those positions, help me determine if I would be a good fit in those jobs, and overall help guide me toward a career that doesn't feel empty and pointless.
As always, any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for your time.
I know from past experience that I can easily spend hours working on the thing(s) that intrigue me, and firearms/firearm accessories are at the top of that list. I am very interested in improving designs and/or working more as a armorer/gunsmith/craftsman vs something like a factory worker (very repetitive, non-mentally stimulating or challenging, work and I don't mix well). I like the idea of working on firearms directly (The AR, AK, 1911, and CZ (Pistol) platforms are the most interesting to me) but I don't really know what my options are.
I was hoping that you guys could help make me aware different jobs in the industry, how much you can earn in those positions, help me determine if I would be a good fit in those jobs, and overall help guide me toward a career that doesn't feel empty and pointless.
As always, any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for your time.