Design Engineer - Firearms/Weapons

A prominent firearms company and manufacturer of a wide range of ammo, optics, suppressors, and training products is currently seeking a Design Engineer to develop innovative mechanical subsystem designs for new and legacy firearms and weapons products.

The Company

• The company is recognized for industry-leading quality and innovation, earning preference among the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.
• Seeking a Design Engineer to join the Research & Development (R&D) Department and collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct analyses, generate drawings, and ensure compliance with design standards.

The Compensation

• $80,000 - $130,000 Annual Base Salary Range Commensurate with Experience Plus $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and 9% Annual Bonus

The Location

• 100% Fully Onsite Position based in the Companys Exeter, NH Facility
• Relocation Package Available

The Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Package including Medial Benefit Plans (HMO, PPO & HDHP with HSA Options), Telehealth, Dental Plan, and VSP Vision Care
• Employee Spending Accounts (Medical Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangement, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Sponsored Health & Wellness Initiatives
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% Company Match up to 4% then 50% on the next 2% & Immediate Vesting
• Employee Purchase Program & Discounts
• Generous PTO Plan including Floating & Paid Holidays and Service/Volunteer Days
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Ongoing Skills Training & Career Advancement Opportunities
• Fitness Reimbursement & Onsite Gym at Company Headquarters
• Safety Shoe & Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

The Role

• Develop creative mechanical subsystem designs meeting product requirements and cost targets.
• Generate drawings with functional dimensioning, appropriate Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and ASME Y14.5 compliance.
• Perform statistical tolerance stack analyses and identify quality assurance plans.
• Independently conduct accurate sub-system analyses using tools including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Motion, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and/or other software.
• Process change orders through the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system and determine part dispositions.
• Create logical test plans, work with Test Technicians, and analyze test data.
• Initiate design for manufacturability reviews, propose cost reduction methods, and evaluate inspection data.
• Manage Intellectual Property through patent searches, applications, and trade studies.
• Provide technical assistance to other departments, follow safety procedures, and actively engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to firearm handling and range safety procedures.

The Background Profile

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience related to new, full-cycle product development
• 1-8+ years of related design experience with firearms or weapons
• Strong Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) skillset and familiarity with standard inspection methods
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to create parametric solid models and associated drawings preferably with SolidWorks
• Prior experience with a PLM system such as Agile
• Ability to perform moderately complex analyses such as FEA, kinematic and dynamic motion, CFD, and/or heat transfer
• Adept at generating clear, fully dimensioned, ASME Y14.5 compliant drawings of complex parts using logical datum structures and functional dimensioning schemes
• Competent in completing complex tolerance stack analyses using tolerance stack software
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods including machining, metal injection molding, plastic injection molding, stamping/fine blanking, extrusion, forging and casting, material selection, heat treatment, and coatings
• Available to work 100% onsite based at the Exeter, NH facility with occasional travel as required
• Ability to pass full pre-employment ATF drug test and background screening

The Ideal Background

• Ability to define problems, collect data using tools (e.g. HSV), establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and propose viable solutions
• Prior practical experience with mechanical assembly
• Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and lead, plan and execute
• Ability to meet a high standard and quality of work
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication with complicated subjects required
• Extreme attention to detail with a high standard of organization regarding documentation and record keeping
• Firearm and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry strongly preferred
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas