Summary:  This position’s main responsibilities will be: 1) Participate in the monthly accounting close process to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records; 2) Perform moderately complex accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions; 3) Ensure work is in compliance with documented SOX 404 procedures and controls; and 4) Perform technical accounting research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Prepares and reviews periodic financial statements for monthly/quarterly/annual reporting that meets the rigorous standards for accuracy and timeliness required by a public company.
• Supports internal Business Leaders by meeting their financial reporting needs.
• Supports a cultural of continuous improvement in day-to-day activities.
• Participates in the development of new reports, metrics, and processes to ensure that critical information needed to drive the business is available at the appropriate levels within the company.
• Participates in the upgrade of existing planning / reporting tools and applications.
• Designs, documents and implements reports using available ad-hoc reporting tools (Essbase, SQL, Crystal reports, general ledger reports etc.)
• Investigate and understand key business issues behind the numbers, and provide clear, concise, and timely analyses and recommendations.  Identify risks and opportunities in financial trends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Minimum of four years experience in Finance/Accounting.
• Accounting degree and CPA designation (required).
• Prior SEC reporting experience (preferred).
• Minimum of two years experience public accounting (preferred).
• Proficiency in extracting and analyzing data from various independent information systems.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Access.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills.
• Good communication skills.

Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Manufacturing Production Manager in the daily coordination of work activities and the overall development of production employees to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with regard to quality and timeliness of products and services. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
Production Coordination
• Coordinate production activities in assigned area.
• Assist in the assignment of labor to ensure necessary manpower to meet daily production expectations.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are maintained in proper working order. Report any problems to appropriate personnel
• Make recommendations for equipment and line layout and processes to optimize production output.
• Ensure required documentation is properly and timely completed by reports.
• Monitor physical work environment and identify and correct potential safety hazards.
• Monitor assemblers adherence to established processes, procedures and security policies and make recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in daily meetings and provide necessary input to keep production floor running smoothly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Production Work
• Perform standard assembly or test functions in the absence of line personnel as necessary to maintain production.
• Support technicians and manufacturing engineers in any capacity as necessary.
• Perform, assist in and/or help manage any rework as directed by manufacturing manager.

Employee Direction and Supervision
• Monitor work of production employees and provide feedback on ways to improve processes and work performed. Report performance issues to the manufacturing manager.
• Give directions to line personnel on production goals.
• Assist in orienting new employees to Stratasys and their new roles on the production floor.
• Assist the training of new employees and monitor their progress.
• Foster teamwork among the employees.
• Lead by example.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Minimum High School graduate.  Additional related post High School technical training is preferred.
• Minimum 4-year assembly experience in an Electro-mechanical assembly environment following written procedures.
• Experience using various mechanical assembly tools including hand torque and air tools.
• Experience driving forklift helpful.
• Personal Computer experience in Word and Excel beneficial.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple duties. Good verbal and written communications skills.
• This position requires a customer-focused attitude with an appropriate sense of urgency and attention to details when handling issues. Willingness and ability to work on both individual and team projects is required.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Production work requirements typically range from fine/detailed work to large assembly operations requiring sitting, twisting, crouching, bending and standing for extended periods of time.
• Lifting requirements up to 40 pounds waist high and up to 20 pounds shoulder high infrequently.
• Production Coordination and Employee Direction and Supervision physical requirements resemble an office environment with the exception of being on a production floor where walking and standing for periods of time is required.

Summary:  The Mechanical Engineer will perform technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes that have significant impact on the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Provides high quality mechanical design in accordance with specifications through consideration of various approaches.
• Prepares project development plans including scope, schedule, and resources.
• Directs the work of designers and technicians towards achieving desired project goals.
• Works with internal and external vendors to specify and/or secure hardware for projected designs.
• Directs experimental manufacture and testing of prototypes when required.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and clearly communicate technical status of assigned projects.
• Demonstrate commitment to Stratasys Core Values by leading, acting and behaving. 
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and attend all safety trainings related to the job position.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of electromechanical machine design experience
• Experience with plastic injection molding tooling, metal fabrication, and Six Sigma manufacturing techniques.
• Familiar with thermal and airflow analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 3D CAD experience including Solid Works CAD System preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Work is typically performed in a temperature controlled, inside environment.
• Minimal physical requirements.

Summary:  Direct, manage and regularly evaluate the Mechanical Engineering functional area by working through assigned project engineers and technical personnel.  This position is also accountable for assigned engineering department objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
 Provides recommendations for technical strategic planning and product development programs.
• Recommendations are carefully thought out, thoroughly documented and well-presented.
• Ensures a clear and consistent communication of all relevant elements of strategic technical plans either directly or through supervisors and senior staff.

Staff department with properly skilled personnel to achieve program and department objectives
• Establishes and manages to a staffing plan including skills assessment and development based on product development requirements and company planning.
• Mentors as needed less seasoned engineers in proper design practices ensuring skill building and retention. 

 Regularly evaluates results being achieved in the functional areas for which accountable and initiates actions required reinforcing high performance or correct unsatisfactory results.
• Evaluations are thorough and complete and are presented or discussed with broad praise for high performance and a "what was learned" and a non-blaming "what can we do together to correct and remove this condition" theme when addressing unsatisfactory results. However, expectations and standards are always clear, as are the consequences of non-performance.
• Project and program resources are re-allocated promptly, within the established authority level or as approved, to minimize delays which can be avoided by such actions.
• There is consistent conformance and compliance with safety and established operating procedures and any applicable regulatory requirements due to ongoing review and evaluation of operations.
• The immediate supervisor or other key members of the staff are kept current on all important matters.
 
Identifies, plans, recommends, and manages a variety of technical programs through assigned project personnel and or technical personnel.
• Effective overall management of programs and personnel consistently produces outcomes which lead to innovative applications and extensions of existing and new technologies having major importance to the company.
 
 Participates in or leads the development of various strategies to protect the company's intellectual property.
• There is compliance with approved strategies and the consequences of non-compliance are very clear.
 
 Develops and regularly utilizes available information technology and related systems to improve results, and communicates the expectation that everyone do likewise as appropriate to his or her assigned area.
• The functional areas for which accountable effectively utilize available information technology.
 
 Develops and maintains a broad working knowledge of the company's engineering, manufacturing, financial, legal, sales and marketing functions which is required to coach and mentor others in their development.  Leads efforts to ensure that departments work together and continually improves processes.
• There is a level of knowledge, skill and ability necessary to perform as a leader, manager and active participant in advancing the company's objectives and strategic goals.
• Serves as a key internal technical and management resource in the department as well as a collaborative team member in building good working relationships with counterparts throughout the company.
 
 Develops and maintains an extensive working knowledge and informal or formal database of competitive intelligence focusing on outside technologies and other general business activities.
• Initiatives are regularly taken to present this knowledge and related information to those in a position to use it in furthering the company's capabilities, capacities and overall position in the marketplace.
 
 Demonstrates the integrity, respect and ethical behavior expected from everyone in the company and manages accordingly.
• There is a clear understanding of, and compliance with, the company's operating policies, protocols and procedures of whatever type.
• Management, mentoring and coaching of assigned personnel is an effective combination of developing their technical and non-technical competencies, with an emphasis on the growth and development of first-level supervisors. The focus is on individuals seeking opportunities for growth and advancement.
• The work environment encourages and enables innovation, appropriate risk and initiative, teamwork and setting high standards for productivity and results in all areas for which the Manager is accountable.
• There is an ongoing plan for personal development designed to enhance overall planning, management, communication and delegation skills.
• Performs regular comprehensive reviews of assigned employee completed on an individual team and functional basis.

Performs additional job-related responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering plus at least ten year's experience, at least four of which should have included first-level project and personnel supervision.
• Demonstrated management, leadership, communications, decision making and planning skills, with a strong commitment to making the development of assigned personnel a top priority.
• The ability to create and sustain a work climate that is conducive to continuing growth and improvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Mechanical Design Engineers, Mechanical Continuation Engineers, Mechanical Designers, and Technicians.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Work is typically performed in a temperature controlled, inside environment.

Summary:  Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in operating variety of machines to manufacture parts or products by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Supervise all day shift operations of a production business unit including workflow, people and resources.
• Maintain time cards and resolve employee personal scheduling conflicts.
• Execute the production schedule.
• Determine staffing needs based on forecasting and line capacities.
• Hire or assist in hiring and coordinate training plans for new employees.
• Ensure manufacturing procedures are followed and quality standards are maintained.
• Responsible for ongoing evaluation of employee performance, motivation and discipline of employees and conducting formal performance evaluations timely and objectively. Identify and groom future leaders in manufacturing.
• Foster good communication and teamwork within production and with other departments.
• Support and maintain a training system to ensure production personnel are properly performing the tasks they are assigned.
• Support and maintain a 5S system.
• Maintain a safe work environment.  May need to take injured employees for treatment/appointment. Assist in developing safe operating procedures for machines/equipment.
• Work with the leadership team to improve procedures and processes to reduce scrap and rework. Encourage employees to participate in the continuous improvement process.
• Maintain good attendance and work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks. Must be available for daily inter-shift production briefing.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists employees in solving work problems.
• Participate in budgeting, planning & production forecasting.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelors degree in Technology or Business with 2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment or 2 year Technical degree with 5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prefer experience in a multi-shift production environment
• Good technical writing and verbal communication skills required.  Fluent in English both verbal and written.
• Computer software skills: Proficient in MS Office tools
• Thorough understanding of Lean Manufacturing methods (5S, Demand Flow, 6-sigma)
• Demonstrated planning, communication and execution skills.
• Self-motivated and goal-orientated.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Provides supervision of Line Leaders and production personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.  

Summary:   
Provide electro-mechanical repair of service parts that are repaired in our repair depot. This would include all aspects of electro-mechanical disassembly, assembly, troubleshooting and testing of these repairable service parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Train and certify on written product repair procedures.
• Disassemble, assemble, troubleshoot and repair service parts following product repair procedures using a combination of hand tools, test fixtures and test equipment.
• Maintain necessary quality.
• Cross train and certify on product repair procedures as needed to comply with engineering Change Orders (CO).
• Perform necessary inventory transactions, movements and cycle counts as required.
• Packaging and other additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Responsible for creating repair histories of repaired service parts through data entry into a computer database

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Minimum High School graduate or equivalent
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective written communications skills required
• Minimum of 1 year electrical-mechanical repair and assembly experience, following written procedures is required
• Experience required in using various mechanical assembly tools including hand tools and air tools
• Computer keyboarding skills for data entry is required
• Post High School technical training is beneficial
• Experience using electronic test equipment is beneficial
• Other computer hardware experience or computer software application experience is beneficial

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Job requirements typical range from fine-detailed work to large assembly operations
• Assembly tasks require sitting, twisting, crouching and bending.  Assembly tasks can also require standing for extended periods typically not to exceed 50% of the time.
• Required lifting of up to 40 lbs waist-high typically averaging approximately 10 times a week.  Required lifting of up to 20 lbs shoulder-high typically averaging approximately 20 times a week.
• Work hours are typically between 6:30am – 4pm Monday through Thursday with ½ hour lunch break and 6:30am – 10:30am Friday.  Working hours may vary based on changing needs or if authorized by the Call Center Manager.
• The work environment is indoors and climate controlled.

Summary:  The primary function of the Shipping Clerk II is to package and process shipments for safe and accurate delivery to end customers worldwide, and to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with regard to quality and timeliness of products and services.  Communicate information to internal and external customers

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Pick products for shipments for internal sales orders.
• Ship products to customers domestic and international via UPS, Fed EX, LTL, and freight forwarders.
• Carefully process and package products for shipment.
• Find and communicate information needed by customers and management.
• Track all quality performance and correct root causes of any errors.
• Perform quality checks of assemblies and packages.
• Monitor and order shipping supplies.
• Prepare and Process international paperwork.
• Call in carriers, generate shipping documents and cross check shipments for accuracy.
• Participate in meetings and provide necessary input to keep shipping function running smoothly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED required; additional post high school logistics or international trade training/certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in shipping.
• Working knowledge of tariff code use, preparation of commercial invoices and shipper’s letter of instruction.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple, high priority projects with attention to detail.
• Hands on, energetic, and motivated self-starter capable of leading others.
• PC proficiency in all MS office applications, to include, e-mail, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• This position requires a customer-focused attitude with an appropriate sense of urgency and attention to details when handling issues. Willingness and ability to work on both individual and team projects is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Work requirements typically require sitting, twisting, crouching, bending and standing for extended periods of time.
• Lifting requirements up to 50 pounds waist high and up to 20 pounds shoulder high infrequently.

Summary:  The Six Sigma Black Belt position will report to the Vice President of Process Improvement and be responsible to drive Six Sigma tools/methodology into high impact projects, focused on eliminating process variation and waste. Successful candidate will lead and complete at least 4 major Green Belt projects while mentoring and coaching Green Belt trained project team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• This Six Sigma Black Belt position is responsible for leading Six Sigma projects to improve business performance in alignment with key corporate strategic objectives.
• Working with company leaders, system experts, and customers; candidate will lead and/or participate in key initiatives to drive improvement efforts/projects across the company.
• Drive culture change to instill focus on fact based management practices.
• Project management responsibilities include developing, executing, and sustaining, effective process improvements using Six Sigma methodologies.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• BS in Engineering discipline with 8+ years relevant work experience.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Must possess excellent data analysis skills, experience in the implementation of change initiatives, workflow simplification, process improvement, and project management.
• Hands on working knowledge of DMAIC process.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Execution oriented, with a strong sense of urgency around tangible results.
• Able to demonstrate leadership without formal authority and foster cross-team learning and team building skills.
• Strong written and oral communication/presentation skills.
• Work well in a team environment with sound negotiation and issue resolution skills.
• Candidate must be a demonstrated strong change agent with polished interpersonal skills. Highly energetic, demonstrate solid analytical skills, and possess a process mind-set.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Some travel will be required as Six Sigma initiatives expand to the international level.

Summary:  The primary purpose of this position is to provide work direction to less experienced operators to successfully operate current and future extrusion processes within the set specifications determined by engineering. Must be able to improve and promote 5S within your dept.  Other objectives are to become cross-functional into other areas and to maintain a clean and safe work environment. Must help supervisor with quality and production observations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
Must perform all Extrusion Operator I Job Duties as Outlined:
• Properly document all line data sheets for extrusion lines.
• Become certified in all assembly and packaging processes. (Certified Training Matrix)
• Monitor extruded material and adjust controls to hold product within tolerances as necessary
• Identify and report issues with quality or out-of-specification filament.
• Function in a self-directed and team environment.
• Maintain a 5S work environment.
• Maintain other work areas during periods of downtime or extended product run time.
• Perform all other job duties as requested by the lead, supervisor, manager or engineers.

Must perform all Extrusion Operator II Job Duties as Outlined:
• Understand and effectively use all machinery and equipment available in area.
• Continuously learn new technologies and apply ideas for improvements where applicable.
• Feed materials to hoppers to maintain continuous production.
• Clean and maintain entire extrusion line, including dies, screw, barrel, guides, etc.
• Understand the technical requirements of the filament with regards to diameter, moisture content, etc.

Additional Job Duties as a Sr Extrusion Operator will include:
• Blend and feed hoppers to maintain continuous production.
• Work under minimal supervision.
• Become certified in all material handling processes.  (Certified Training Matrix)
• Coach and train less experienced Operators.
• Ability to perform all ATP test.
• Lead 5S efforts within area.
• Participate in 5S audits.

• Demonstrate commitment to Stratasys Core Values by leading, acting and behaving. 
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and attend all safety trainings related to the job position.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• 3 plus years Stratasys material production experience or equivalent related industry experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous experience with plastic extrusion desired.
• Intermediate computer skills required to send and receive emails and use ADP/HRMS and other systems to communicate with supervisors or any others within Stratasys.
• Extrusion Occupational Certificate or equivalent.
• Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook experience required.
• Must display strong leadership skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• NA

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• An Extrusion Operator works in a production environment where safety glasses are required and/or hearing protection is required in some areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs on a regular basis.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a periodic basis.

Summary:  The Sr. Finisher’s responsibility is to produce advanced level end quality prototype models ensuring they meet company standards using a variety of hands on tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Detail FDM & Polyjet prototype models through removing support structures, sanding and detailing model surfaces, filling in minor voids with multiple filler materials, repairing damaged parts, etc.
• Detail RedEye RPM service orders and AE benchmark orders through removing support structures, sanding and detailing model surfaces, filling in minor voids with multiple filler materials, repairing damaged parts, etc
• Conducts demos with customers and visitors to explain Finishing department’s capabilities
• Maintain Finishing Area by keeping area clean, stocking supplies, etc.
• Keep accurate inventory of parts in Finishing Area
• Post finished sales and marketing prototypes for tradeshows, displays, and other special projects
• Provides support to the WaterWorks (WW) Room as it relates to the tank changing daily processes.
• Assists with prototype packaging and shipments as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Post High School education with classes in Machining, Fabrication, Wood Shop and/or Body Shop
• 2-3 years previous experience running Shop equipment including milling machines, lathes, saws, etc. is desired
• Experience with Precision Measurement Equipment a plus
• Good mechanical aptitude and craftsmanship
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office programs and email

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• N/A

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Work shop type environment performing multiple tasks using various electric and hand tools. 

Summary:   The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for all aspects of the creation and maintenance of software used in the automation of Stratasys products. Critical attributes of the final software products include reliability, ease of use, performance, and ease of service. Critical attributes of the design include ease of future maintenance and extensibility.
The Senior SE translates requirements into specifications, design, and final product, optimizing available technology and existing code base within the constraints of budget and schedule. All activity is primarily done within a team environment following an agreed upon process, and this individual must positively influence collaboration and process improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Contributes to company planning by coordinating product requirements, creating specifications and project proposals.
• Contributes to technical excellence in software design by preceding each implementation with a design of appropriate detail (reviewed by others) and by reviewing peer’s designs.  Designs subsystems or features and guides overall implementation as required.
• Helps achieve an efficient and maintainable product by developing and testing well-documented code that meets requirements and maintains a low defect level while adhering to the documented design, the company standards, and schedule.
• Pro-actively informs stakeholders of status/information in a timely manner and in an appropriate fashion.
• Innovates, recommends and drives product improvement using approaches such as new feature ideas, software architecture, and 3rd party integration.
• Responsible for execution per Product Development Process (proposal, schedule, milestones, peer reviews, program reviews, system integration, testing, and product rollout support) when leading or assigned to a product development team.  Assignments may include a leadership role of sub-teams containing other software developers.
• Furthers the work of teams by assuming joint responsibility with others and by effective communication and coordination. Takes initiative by accepting responsibility above and beyond assigned tasks and by promoting new ideas.
• Contributes to company technical advancement through advice and investigation. Strives for technical expertise in areas of interest or assigned specialization. Provides leadership to other engineers through example and coaching.
• Innovates, recommends and drives process and tool improvement.
• Participates actively in and seeks out various educational and training opportunities to maintain up-to-date technical expertise.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or other engineering or science.
• 8 years minimum directly applicable experience.
• Skills in verbal and written communications and problem solving.
• Working knowledge of at least one of our product lines.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Office environment, extensive use of monitor/keyboard.

Summary:  To create test plans and lead testing activities for large projects to assure that our new products meet our customers’ requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
• Creates test plans for major projects.
• Coordinates testing activities for major projects and/or for a product line.  Prioritizes testing projects to meet the needs of the team.
• Analyzes and communicates test results and test status.  Resolves issues with tests, test equipment, and test data. Writes test reports.
• Recommends and purchases new test equipment.
• Develops new tests. Analyzes and improves tests.  Assesses test error.
• Makes sound recommendations based upon test results regarding how to improve design reliability and performance.
• Provides technical support to engineering groups.
• Maintains regular communication with responsible manager, design engineers, designers, and manufacturing engineers to create and sustain a good working relationship and enhance the quality and quantity of work performed. 
• Keeps the manager and responsible engineer informed of important matters, including schedule, budget and performance.
• Consistently follows procedures for documentation and document storage.
• Develops and maintains a network of available resources throughout the company that facilitate completion of work assignments as expected.
• Participates actively in and seeks out various educational and training opportunities to keep current.
• Demonstrates continuous growth in his or her field of expertise
• Demonstrates commitment to Stratasys Core Values by leading, acting and behaving. 
• Follows all company safety policies and procedures and attends all safety trainings related to the job position.
• Performs additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science plus at least eight years' experience as a Test Engineer or an equivalent experience profile. A Master's degree in the appropriate discipline will qualify a candidate with less experience.  MSME preferred.
• Ability to develop acceptable work-habits, skills, knowledge and contributions consistent with the Senior Engineer position and thereby creates a potential opportunity for advancement to the Project Engineer level.
• Demonstrates ability to work in an engineering team environment and clearly communicate technical status of assigned projects.
• Good working knowledge of data analysis tools
• Lead 1-2 test technicians
• Written and verbal communication is clear and concise.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Physical/Environmental Requirements:  
• Work is typically performed in a temperature controlled, inside environment.
• Minimal physical requirements.