Manufacturing Engineer
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EOE Statement
Barrett is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
Manufacturing Engineer
Murfreesboro, TN
Description
Build precision. Improve performance. As a Manufacturing Engineer at Barrett, you'll drive process improvements across the plant turning innovation into repeatable, world class manufacturing. You'll plan, coordinate, and refine how our products are built, working closely with internal teams and external partners to keep Barrett at the top of the industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where quality and performance matter, this is your seat at the table.
About the Role
Design and develop mission-critical manufacturing processes for new products and implement new processes to replace old or obsolete equipment, ensuring scalability, safety, and performance.
Update and improve existing products and processes to address design changes, quality concerns, capacity issues, and safety problems through continuous improvement initiatives.
Create and maintain process flow charts, process routers, and work instructions, ensuring availability and alignment for Quality Control, Purchasing, Inventory, and Production personnel.
Support New Product Development as an active team member by performing related duties needed to successfully manufacture new products from concept through production.
Design tools, fixtures, and tooling, source new fixtures and equipment, assess equipment needed for operations, and perform time studies on new and existing processes.
Research new technology and perform cost analysis on new and existing processes while conferring with vendors to define product specifications, evaluate quality standards, and support equipment, materials, and parts purchases. About You
You're a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-precision environment. You're driven to design and improve mission-critical manufacturing processes, solve problems at the source, and turn complex ideas into repeatable, efficient production. You collaborate naturally across teams, communicate clearly, and take ownership from concept through execution.
Bachelor's degree in engineering in engineering technology required.
A combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education requirements.
Minimum of 5 years' manufacturing experience.
Experience in the manufacturing of small arms and ammunition desired.
Understanding of GD&T, machining, finishing, and assembly preferred.
Proficient in CAD software, SolidWorks experience preferred.
Experience using ERP systems. What makes Barrett an exceptional workplace?
Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and family-like work culture, accompanied by a variety of attractive benefits including:
A flexible and adaptable work style.
Meaningful recognition and bi-weekly pay cycles.
Ongoing growth through learning, mentoring, training and career progression opportunities. About Us
Barrett is a global leader in large-caliber rifle design and manufacturing, proudly headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. For over 40 years, we've been at the forefront of innovation, starting with Ronnie Barrett's revolutionary Model 82, which earned praise from the U.S. Army and set the standard for modern firearms.
Our products serve civilian sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the U.S. military, and over 80 allied nations. As part of the NIOA Group, we continue to push the boundaries of precision, performance, and innovation.
At Barrett, we don't just build firearms, we craft solutions that stand the test of time and exceed expectations. "There's always a better way" is our mantra, guiding us to continuously improve and evolve our designs to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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Additional Screening
By applying for this role, you accept that the following checks will occur for the successful candidate:
Background Checks
Pre-employment physical
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Permanent working rights and availability to work in the United States Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Position
Manufacturing Engineer
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering in engineering technology required.
Minimum of 5 years' manufacturing experience.
Maintain valid driver's license if relevant for the role.
Maintain eligibility to work with firearms under state and federal guidelines.
Shift
Days
About the Organization
Barrett• is the world leader in large-caliber rifle design and manufacturing. In 2023, the company became part of the NIOA Group - a family-owned global munitions company based in Australia. Our products are used by civilian sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the United States military and more than 75 State Department approved countries across the world.
Location
Barrett Firearms Mfg., Inc.
This position is currently accepting applications.