Job Summary:
We're seeking a skilled Machinist to join our Product Design Engineering team—someone who knows their way around a wide range of tools, materials, and processes. In this role, you'll help bring firearm concepts to life, building prototypes for everything from early visualization to hands-on testing and even live fire demos. You'll work closely with engineers to refine and improve designs, always keeping safety and performance front and center while ensuring every project meets our strict requirements.
Technical Responsibilities:
- Provide machining services in support of Product Design Engineering projects across all Colt firearm products and accessories.
- Perform prototype fabrication in the Model Shop, which includes interpreting CAD models, drawings, and design specifications or requirements.
- Work closely with product design engineers to provide feedback and guidance during the conceptualization and prototyping process.
- Determine tool selection, material selection, and fixtures that would best suit the application.
- Support testing activities through measurement and data logging as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Tool and Die Maker Journeyman (State certification).
- Prefer 6 years of experience in a product development environment desired.
- Prefer 10 years of toolmaking in precision manufacturing setting (firearm, aerospace, automotive, medical, or similar).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Commitment to producing high-quality products.
- Proficient knowledge of GD&T, ASME Y14.5
- Experience in developing products for commercial and government sectors.
- Experience with measuring equipment (Micro Height, Calipers, Comparator, CMM, etc.).
- Software knowledge required:
- Mastercam
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- SolidWorks
- Creo / PTC
Skills Required
- Tool and Die Maker Journeyman state certification
- Six years of experience in a product development environment
- Ten years of toolmaking experience in a precision manufacturing setting
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Commitment to producing high-quality products
- Proficient knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5
- Experience developing products for commercial and government sectors
- Experience with measuring equipment, including Micro Height, calipers, comparator, and CMM
- Mastercam knowledge
- Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- SolidWorks knowledge
- Creo / PTC knowledge
What We Do
Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC is an American firearms manufacturer that produces guns, including pistols, revolvers, rifles, and custom firearms, as well as law enforcement weapons, parts, and accessories.
