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F A L L 2 0 1 7 / M A K I N G I T I N M A I N E 1 7 Sponsored Manufacturer Profile American Rheinmetall Systems American Rheinmetall Systems (ARS) is a mechanical/electro-optical engineering company specializing in sophisticated system integration, assembly and R&D, working in close cooperation with customers worldwide. ARS is a key sub-supplier to Kongsberg for the U.S. Army' s CROWS remote weapon station program, producing mounts, fi ring mechanisms and video imaging modules. ARS is an established player currently under multiple contracts, well positioned to provide defense-related products to the U.S. market for many years to come. n PRODUCTS Products offered by ARS include but are not limited to Vingmate Fire Control System, Vingmate Multi-Ray500 (MR500), Vingmate Multi-Ray800 (MR800), Vingmate 4500, VIM Camera – Video Imaging Module, TAC-Ray – laser module with laser range fi nder, LLM-PI – Laser Light Module Pistol. MARKETS/CUSTOMERS ARS supplies innovative products to Kongsberg, General Dynamics Land Systems, General Dynamics Weapon Systems, Naval Surface Warfare Center - Crane Division, U.S. Army, U.S. Department of Energy CAREER/JOB OPPORTUNITIES ARS is currently seeking a qualifi ed professional to fi ll the role of procurement engineer. COMPANY BENEFITS Our employees are crucial to the success of American Rheinmetall Systems; we take care of them by providing competitive wages and benefi ts (health care insurance, medical/ dental, vacation/paid time off, paid sick days, 401(k) and disability plan), a safe environment and opportunities to grow personally and professionally. INTERNSHIP PROGRAM ARS is currently working towards offering a mechanical/electrical/optical/software engineering internship. As a U.S. Army non- commissioned offi cer and Maine native, I feel it's important to highlight companies like American Rheinmetall Systems, who continually strive to provide exceptional job opportunities to their employees. Not only am I 'Making it in Maine,' but I'm continuing to support my country with life-saving products. Michael Thibault,31 SCHOOL: American Military Univeristy YEARS AT COMPANY: YEARS AT COMPANY: 4 POSITON: Sr. Business Dev Sr. Business Dev COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ARS proudly sponsors a variety of events annually, including the Portland Sea Dogs Annual Slugger Open to benefi t the Barbara Bush Children' s Hospital, the International Sniper Competition, the U.S. Army Sniper Competition, the Army Sniper Scholarship Fund, the 75th Ranger Scholarship Fund and the Maine National Guard Association. Charitable contributions have also been made to Toys for Tots, Wounded Warriors, Veterans VOANNE Housing Corporation, Biddeford High School Odyssey of the Mind. SUSTAINABILITY At American Rheinmetall Systems we have devel- oped and implemented a business management system that enables us to document our best business practices, measure and improve our overall performance, and assure that we consistently provide products and services that meet or exceed customer requirements, as well as all applicable statutory/regulatory requirements. In addi- tion, our associates and their families are key to the success of our business. We strive to maintain a proper work/life balance to assure a healthy, productive, and motivated workforce. www.arsusa.com 15 Morin St., Biddeford, ME 04005 P: 207.571.5850 FOUNDED: 2007 PRESIDENT/CEO: Brad Hittle FULL-TIME/ FTE EMPLOYEES: 37 HEADQUARTERS: Rheinmetall Group, Düsseldorf, Germany C O M PA N Y P R O F I L E