Mechanical Engineer - Federal Ammunition

Federal Ammunition; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare

Company 401(k) match

Education assistance

Career development opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Federal Ammunition, based in Anoka, Minnesota, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead rifle ammunition development from concept through production launch. You will collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Management to bring innovative products to market.

The role requires a hands-on technical mindset, experience with manufacturing processes, and strong data analysis skills. This position reports to the Manager of New Product Development at our Anoka office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 1–3+ years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with manufactured products and production processes.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods, testing, and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data.
• Experience using statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or similar software.
• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of new rifle ammunition product development programs from concept through manufacturing launch.
• Develop product designs, test plans, specifications, validation requirements, budgets, timelines, and technical documentation.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams to introduce new products into production.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment capabilities, tooling performance, and process readiness for launches.
• Establish and maintain bills of material, manufacturing specifications, and raw material requirements.
• Conduct product testing, analyze performance data, and make technical recommendations to improve product performance and manufacturability.
• Perform root cause investigations and failure analysis to resolve issues.
• Support supplier and raw material qualification activities with external vendors and partners.
• Utilize statistical tools and data analysis to support development and problem-solving.
• Supervise engineering technicians and communicate technical requirements and objectives.
• Support Marketing and Sales through technical reviews, training, content, and industry events.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline

Tools

CAD/CAM

Engineering drawings

Job description

Pay Range:

Annual Salary: $75,800.00 - $121,800.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Job Description

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries.

Federal Ammunition is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead new rifle ammunition development programs and help bring innovative, market-leading products to life.

This role combines product development, manufacturing collaboration, testing, and problem-solving to take products from concept through production launch. We are looking for engineers who enjoy working with precision mechanical products, advanced materials, manufacturing processes, and hands-on technical challenges.

This role reports to the Manager of New Product Development and is based out of our office in Anoka, Minnesota.

What you’ll do:

• Lead all phases of new rifle ammunition product development programs from concept through manufacturing launch.
• Develop product designs, test plans, specifications, validation requirements, budgets, timelines, and technical documentation.
• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams to successfully introduce new products into production.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment capabilities, tooling performance, and process readiness to support successful product launches.
• Establish and maintain bills of material, manufacturing specifications, and raw material requirements.
• Conduct product testing, analyze performance data, and make technical recommendations to improve product performance and manufacturability.
• Perform root cause investigations and failure analysis to identify and resolve product, material, and manufacturing issues.
• Support supplier and raw material qualification activities, including collaboration with external vendors and technical partners.
• Utilize statistical tools and data analysis techniques to support product development, process improvement, and problem-solving activities.
• Work closely with engineering technicians, assigning project work and communicating technical requirements and program objectives.
• Support Marketing and Sales teams through technical reviews, product training, content development, and industry events as a subject matter expert.

Experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 1-3+ years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. *Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Experience working with manufactured products and production processes.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods, testing, and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data.
• Experience using statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or similar software.
• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

You might also have:

• Experience developing or manufacturing precision mechanical products.
• Experience with metal forming, stamping, machining, tooling, materials engineering, process development, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience with design validation, root cause analysis, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• CAD/CAM experience and familiarity with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) activities from development through production launch.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Ammunition, firearms, or ballistics knowledge
• Military service
• Hunting, competitive shooting, or shooting sports
• Reloading experience

Work Environment:

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Benefits:

At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That’s why we offer day‑one healthcare coverage, company‑paid parental leave, a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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