Build the Future of U.S. Rocket Motor Manufacturing
Nammo Energetics Inc. (NEI) is responsible for the establishment of a new solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida. NEI oversees the design, construction, qualification, and staffing of this next-generation facility supporting critical defense programs.
At Nammo, we’re looking for a hands-on engineering leader who wants to help design and develop the equipment that will power production from the ground up. This is not a traditional engineering role.
This is an opportunity to:
- Design custom manufacturing equipment and tooling
- Lead equipment projects from concept through installation
- Work directly with automation, fabrication, and production teams
- Influence how a brand-new facility operates
- Opportunity to travel, including Norway
- Ground-floor opportunity supporting a major U.S. manufacturing expansion
- Join a growing organization with high visibility and long-term career growth
If you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments, enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges, and want ownership over impactful projects, we want to hear from you.
You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required) Unique Benefits Designed with Care
- 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday, 10-hour days)
- Relocation assistance provided
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan option
- Employer HSA contributions
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
What You’ll Do: Precision in Action
Design & Develop Manufacturing Equipment
- Design, develop, and improve automated and semi-automated production equipment
- Create mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and machine systems
- Support hydraulic and pneumatic system design and integration
- Develop detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models
Lead Equipment Projects
- Manage projects from concept, design, fabrication, installation, and startup
- Coordinate with machine vendors and fabrication partners
- Assist in defining technical scopes and equipment specifications
- Support equipment validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts
Improve Manufacturing Performance
- Evaluate equipment performance, throughput, reliability, and yield
- Drive process and equipment improvements to support production, quality, and safety goals
- Partner closely with Quality, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams
Support Facility Growth
- Help establish manufacturing capabilities for a new solid rocket motor production facility targeted for initial production in 2027
- Assist in building scalable systems and equipment standards for long-term growth
What Dedicated Teammates Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or automation systems
- Experience designing production equipment, fixtures, tooling, or automated machinery
- Strong 3D CAD design capability
- Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics
- Experience managing projects from concept through implementation
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a growing environment
Preferred Experience
- Automated assembly equipment
- Manufacturing startup or expansion projects
- PLC familiarity or ability to work alongside controls engineers
- Industrial automation or electromechanical systems
- Vendor management and equipment commissioning
Our Woking Conditions and Requirements
- Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with regulated products
- Ability to support manufacturing operations outside standard hours when needed
- Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures, including drug-free workplace requirements.
- Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Must be able to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and varying temperatures within OSHA accepted standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.