Job Description

About Caracal Light Ammunition
Founded in 1998, CARACAL Light Ammunition is a leading manufacturer of small-arms ammunition, recognized for its innovation, precision, and reliability. Our products meet the latest US-MIL SPEC, NATO, and CIP standards, ensuring superior performance for military and law enforcement applications. Backed by advanced manufacturing technologies, state-of-the-art testing facilities, and a strong Continuous Improvement Programme, CARACAL Light Ammunition delivers excellence throughout the entire ammunition lifecycle-from design and production to testing and decommissioning. Quality, safety, and consistency are built into every round we produce.
Core Accountabilities

• Able to design small ammunition systems from concept through to production under the guidance.
• Conduct detailed ballistics testing to evaluate the effectiveness, accuracy, and performance of ammunition under various environmental conditions according to MIL, NATO and CIP standards.
• Analyze the impact of ammunition design changes on flight dynamics, penetration, and terminal ballistics.
• Perform trajectory modeling and simulation to predict ammunition behavior and optimize design.
• Ensure that ammunition designs comply with relevant industry standards, military specifications (MIL-SPEC), and safety regulations (e.g., ATF, EPA, OSHA).
• Improvises the product specific knowledge;
• Develops and implements detailed work plans for product development and research to fulfill company requirements;
• Provides and implements project plans to meet company objectives for new products;
• Provides advice and recommendation to the management/board of directors about the development of the new products and technologies;
• Works in close collaboration with internal team members and external suppliers to develop concepts and products;
• Supports in developing presentations for new ideas and innovative designs and conducts as required;
• Provides assistance in managing the release of all technical documentation including drawings, design failure mode effects and analysis (DFMEA) and design validation and reporting (DVP&R); work in Solid Works/FEA and PDM softwares.

• Creates 3D model concepts for discussion and approval;
• Creates 2D drawings of approved 3D models for production and manufacturing;
• Works towards ensuring that the document release is according to international standards as established by the organization;
• Maintains high safety standard for safe operation and product designs; and
• Adheres to Engineering Department's policies, procedures and work processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Take responsible approach to health, safety and environmental risks involved in your specific job capacity within the organization.
• Actively participate in EHS initiatives and other safety related teams in the organization.

Experience & Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years experience in manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or ammunition industries.

Key Skills

• Advance Knowledge of CAE tools
• Knowledge of Engineering policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Manufacturing techniques
• CAD/FAE & PDM

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