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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for ammunition production engineer in the United States is $131,667.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Design Engineer - Federal Ammunition

Anoka, MN • On-site

Federal Ammunition
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$77K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

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 an Design Engineer to lead product development programs for Rifle Ammunition to successfully launch market leading new products at the Federal Ammunition production facility.
This position reports to the Manager of Product Development and is based out of our Anoka, Minnesota office.
What you'll do:
  • Manage all aspects of new rifle product development programs. This includes product design, testing, documentation, quality specifications, budgets, timelines, and raw material qualifications.
  • Communicate and work with engineering technicians, assigning workload, and conveying new product requirements and goals.
  • Cross-functional work with Operations and support staff to execute new product introductions into manufacturing. This includes assessing equipment capability, establishing bill of materials, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
  • Problem solving and Failure Analysis, to resolve design and production issues.
  • Support Marketing team with technical data review, asset creation, and attendance at trade and consumer shows as a subject matter expert.
  • Initiate and maintain relationships with vendors and outside technical resources as needed, to be successful in developing new processes and products.
  • Thorough understanding and broad application of technical standards, principles, theories and techniques relating to small arms ammunition and other related disciplines is desired but not essential.

Experience you bring:
  • B.S. in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics
  • 1-3+ years of related experience or equivalent technical training or experience
  • Knowledge of advanced materials and processes.
  • Hands-on problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience with Minitab or similar software.

You might have:
  • Background in ammunition development, ballistics, firearms, and related processes.
  • Experience related to military service, hunting, competitive shooting, and reloading.
  • CAD/CAM experience desired.

Why Federal?
Since 1922, Federal has helped define ammunition performance and innovation in America. From hunters and competitive shooters to law enforcement and military professionals, customers trust Federal products when performance matters most. Join a team of skilled employees dedicated to advancing manufacturing excellence, developing industry-leading products, and shaping the future of ammunition from our headquarters in Anoka, Minnesota.
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.
Pay Range:
$77,300.00 - $108,100.00
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.
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.
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