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Entry Level Firearm Design Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mechanical Design Engineer

Troy, AL

$61K - $82K/yr

Design Engineer will design, create solid models, detail components, and support the development of ... firearms is a plus. Education:Bachelor LevelEmployment Type: CONTRACTOR

Any prior experience in power distribution or electrical distribution design is highly desirable, even at an entry level. * Experience working with GIS or mapping tools in a utility or engineering ...

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Description We are seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer I to join our team and contribute to ... In this entry-level role, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to develop ...

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $48/hr

In this entry-level role, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to develop ... Stay current with advancements in civil engineering design practices, tools, and regulations.

Non-Plant Exempt POSITION PURPOSE The Design Engineer is an entry-level position where associates are heavily supervised and are expected to learn and assist with all engineering design aspects of a ...

Non-Plant Exempt POSITION PURPOSE The Design Engineer is an entry-level position where associates are heavily supervised and are expected to learn and assist with all engineering design aspects of a ...

Design Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $48/hr

We are seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer I to join our team and contribute to the ... In this entry-level role, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to develop ...

Design Engineer

Winchester, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Non-Plant Exempt POSITION PURPOSE The Design Engineer is an entry-level position where associates are heavily supervised and are expected to learn and assist with all engineering design aspects of a ...

Mechanical Design Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

We are seeking entry-level to experienced candidates to become an integral part of our engineering ... Design Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept and development of ...

Design, develop, and evaluate a product, assembly, system, or process from concept through ... Education and Experience: Entry level or early career engineer with Bachelors' degree or Master ...

This is an entry-level role focused on translating engineering requirements into accurate, production-ready designs with guidance from the Mechanical Design Manager, Technical Sales Representative ...

This is an entry-level role focused on translating engineering requirements into accurate, production-ready designs with guidance from the Mechanical Design Manager, Technical Sales Representative ...

Design, develop, and evaluate a product, assembly, system, or process from concept through ... Education and Experience: Entry level or early career engineer with Bachelors' degree or Master ...

We are seeking entry-level to experienced candidates to become an integral part of our engineering ... Electrical Design Engineer The Electrical Design Engineer will support the design and development ...

Electrical Design Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

We are seeking an Entry-Level to Experienced candidate to become an integral part of our ... Electrical Design Engineer The Electrical Design Engineer is a responsible for creating and ...

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How much do entry level firearm design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level firearm design engineer in the United States is $69,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Firearm Design Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Firearm Design EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field; knowledge of firearm mechanicsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field; proficiency in CAD software
Work EnvironmentFirearm manufacturing facilities, R&D labsVarious industries including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing
Industry UsagePrimarily in firearm and defense industriesBroad industry application including automotive, consumer products
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Firearm Design Engineers focus on designing firearms and related components, often requiring knowledge of firearm mechanics and safety standards. Mechanical Design Engineers have a broader scope, working on various mechanical systems across industries. While both roles require a mechanical engineering background, firearm design roles emphasize firearm-specific knowledge, whereas mechanical design roles are more versatile.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Firearm Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $69,362 per year, or $33.3 per hour.

$61K - $82K/yr

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Job description

Design Engineer will design, create solid models, detail components, and support the development of new designs or improve our current integrated metal products.
*Provide engineering support for product design and development of new gun products, line extensions, and product improvements. Specific responsibilities will include the generation and revision of CAD drawings and models, component inspection, prototype build and product testing.
*Utilize best practices, including DFM, DFA, stack analysis, etc. and interface with manufacturing, process engineering, vendors, etc

to ensure designs are optimized for cost, quality, and performance.
*Manage bills of material and track component status.
*Coordinate with the engineering team and other Kimber functional areas to ensure that projects are completed on budget and in a timely manner.
*Other responsibilities may include writing of technical reports, creation of design spreadsheets, statistical analysis of test data and management presentations.
*Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to identify, communicate, and drive implementation of assembly improvements for new and current designs and to ensure on time delivery new products and improve first pass yield.
*Perform other related duties as assigned.
*Proficiency in SolidWorks


*Demonstrated understanding and application of GD&T.
*Knowledge of stage gate product introduction methods.
*General understanding of configuration control principles.
Bachelor"s degree.
Preferred
Experience with Metal Injection Molding a plus


Experience with CNC Machining a plus
Experience with steel stampings a plus
Experience with plastic molding a plus
Experience with firearms is a plus.
Education:Bachelor LevelEmployment Type: CONTRACTOR