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Franklin Armory® is known for innovating new technologies and deploying them successfully in the marketplace.  Due to our significant corporate investment in R&D, we are looking to expand our engineering roster once again.  At this time, we are looking for a full-time Mechanical Design Engineer.  We simply need more hands-on deck to process the extensive number of projects that we have in the pipeline!

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be tasked with designing and testing new components or systems applicable to the firearms industry.  This full-time, permanent position is at our Minden, NV facility.  

“If you do what you love, you will never ‘work’ another day.”

- Marc Anthony

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree within the engineering field preferred
• Must be mechanically inclined with a hands-on approach
• Please bring a self-starter inclination with a solid work ethic
• Prior experience with Siemens NX preferred (or an aptitude to adapt quickly!)
• Must know ANSI/ASME drafting standards
• Must have a working knowledge of common hand tools and measurement tools
• Must be legally able to work directly with firearms. (E.g. no precluding convictions)
• Must be DRUG-FREE!

PREFERRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with finite element analysis, particularly with NX, Ansys, or Adams 
• Experience with manual and/or CNC machining
• Vendor communications/relations
• Customer communications/relations (E.g. work with sales, marketing, and other executive staff)
• Electrical background interest & aptitude
• 3D printing experience
• Material science experience & knowledge

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Employee may be required to lift up to 50 pounds
• Job includes moderate walking, standing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, and with machinery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Maintain the highest level of safety and cleanliness in and around the production and assembly areas
• Perform visual and mechanical checks to ensure quality and accuracy
• Communicate and collaborate with the engineering team and production staff regarding potential issues that could affect product quality and safety including equipment and product issues
• Accurately and methodically maintain testing and evaluation records
• Must be present in regular attendance and have a flexible work schedule
• Ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and company policy
• Test fire experimental firearms and components in the shop and at outdoor locations even in poor weather conditions
• Regularly assemble firearms and componentry for testing and evaluation
• Must be willing to learn new skills through on-the-job and off-site training