What types of jobs did people have at the Springfield Armory, and what were the qualifications to get those jobs? Objective 1. Compile data from primary sources 2. Use information from primary sources to describe qualifications for getting certain jobs at the Armory. 3. Describe some of the jobs that existed at Springfield Armory during the 20th century. 4. Explain why working at the Armory was a demanding job. 4. Complete a sample Civil Service exam in Mechanical Trades from the 1940's to better understand the qualifications needed to work at the Armory. Preparation This lesson/activity is de Duration: 90 Minutes.