Research and Development Design Engineer

Knight Enterprises, LLC
Titusville, FL
Research and Development Design Engineer Location Titusville, FL : JOB TITLE: Research and Development Design Engineer DEPARTMENT: R&D Engineering REPORTS TO: R&D Manager Required Education: High School ( ) College (X) Degree: BS/BA Experience may substitute for education. Experience Required:
  • 4 Years Engineering Degree with demonstrated CAD capability. Relevant experience may be substituted for Degree
  • Experience in 3-D CAD design, focusing on SolidWorks, and other engineering analysis software. ASME-Y-14.100 /
ANSI-Y-14.5 drawing terms and tolerances.
  • Design experience in the firearms industry strongly preferred in the design of commercial or military firearms. This should
include analyzing, interpreting, and applying professional engineering principles and practices. Candidate must model components on CAD systems, create drawings and component specifications that meet design objectives and are producible. Special Skills:
  • Knowledge in materials application, heat treat, analysis, etc.
  • Experience in design projects with multiple components & assemblies
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Support Knight's Armament Company by designing firearms; ammunition handling systems and firearm accessories with the intent on providing new products for KAC. Perform professional engineering and related administrative work involving research, design, construction and related activities of a subject matter area specific to the practice of engineering for Knight Enterprises Management, LLC. Expected to devise new approaches to problems encountered & use a broad knowledge of precedents of the engineering discipline. DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:
  • Develop design concepts on 3-D CAD system (SolidWorks).
  • Produce drawings and models to ANSI-Y-14.5 format—up to and including level III.
  • Assist in the development of products. Chair and participate in design reviews, assuring that products meet the overall design
objectives, are producible, have no safety flaws, and are saleable
  • Solicit input of perceived/actual needs/ideas for developing new product/program.
  • Develops and creates virtual models to analyze designs using finite element analysis or dynamic simulation
  • Oversee the manufacturing of prototypes, managing the overall project so that all required prototype components are
available to meet project schedules
  • Work may include being a project manager, design lead or participate as a team member
  • Proven ability to exercise independent judgment, effectively prioritize, and execute tasks while under pressure
  • Individual projects and priorities and deadlines are established by the employee in consultation with the
supervisor. Utilize performance management principles and techniques to fully maximize productivity.
  • Develop instructions and procedures for R&D technical personnel. Train others in processes and procedures as needed
  • Record or direct the recording of required data from measurements and observations as well as producing clear, concise
reports when required
  • Develop, coordinate and conduct testing procedures & testing to validate concepts
  • Conducts research and economic analysis
  • Identify opportunities for improvement of established programs.
  • Will be expected to independently evaluate, select, and adapt situations, and modify techniques, procedures and criteria to
solve problems encountered.
  • Plans, schedules, conducts/coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work. This could be as part of a major project or a
total project of moderate scope.
  • Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such as
conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements
  • Provides technical assistance to staff, contractors, vendors, State, County, and City officials in the application and
interpretation of engineering standard.
  • Conducts audits, audits design work and monitors projects
  • Performs additional duties as assigned by management
  • Follow firearm safety procedures and maintain security of weapons
  • Maintain the confidentiality of Knight Enterprises Management, LLC designs, data procedures and processes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Seeing: Required
  • Speaking: Required
  • Hearing: Required
  • Standing: Often
  • Walking: Often
  • Sitting: Frequently
  • Lifting: Occasionally
  • Carrying: Often, up to 50-pounds
  • Pushing: Occasionally
  • Pulling: Occasionally, up to 60-pounds
  • Climbing: Occasionally
  • Balancing: Occasionally
  • Bending: Occasionally
  • Twisting: Occasionally
  • Reaching: Occasionally
  • Grasping/Handling: Frequently, for dexterity, fine finger handling
  • Stooping/Crouching: Often
  • Kneeling: Occasionally
  • Crawling: Rarely
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Benefits Package
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Competitive Compensation
Apply here at knightarmco.com/careers Email our Recruiter at [email protected] Environmental Conditions: Inside: 95% Outside: 5% Temperature Conditions: Controlled -in Excess of 70-degrees - occasionally Knight Enterprises Management, L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected factor by country, regional or local law. Knight's policies regarding recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training and all other personnel matters are free from discriminatory practices and are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. To view the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster, please go to the following link:
Posted 2025-09-21

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