Job Description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager


Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Description

As a leader in our manufacturing engineering team, you?ll drive the design, development, and continuous improvement of machining, assembly, and finishing processes. You?ll own critical procedures and standards, support operations in maintaining and enhancing existing processes, and mentor a growing team of engineers. Working cross-functionally with design, program management, quality, and operations, you?ll play a key role in bringing new products to market and ensuring our manufacturing capabilities evolve to meet future demands.

About the Role

Engineer and launch new machining, assembly, and finishing processes that strengthen performance, reliability, and efficiency. Lead Process FMEA and risk mitigation efforts, ensuring new manufacturing processes are robust and production ready. Own the development and improvement of procedures, standards, and documentation that support quality execution across all engineering and production processes. Collaborate closely with design, operations, sales, and program management teams to support product development and new product introductions. Champion continuous improvement by documenting, tracking, and driving closure on process issues, while preparing reports and clear communication to stakeholders. Partner with suppliers to source equipment and tooling, supporting negotiations, specifications, and standards for CNC, PLC, and tooling design.

About You

You?re a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and guiding teams toward breakthrough results. You bring technical credibility, a passion for improvement, and a mindset for innovation. You?ll excel if you have:


A bachelor?s or master?s degree in mechanical engineering 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. If you are seeking a new challenge and would enjoy the opportunity to work in a fast paced and customer focused business, click on the APPLY NOW button and submit your application. For further information please visit https://barrett.net/ and https://www.nioa.com.au/

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.