Mechanical Engineer – Lead Rifle Ammo NPI & Launch

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

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.