EM&E; Group is a leading Spanish defense and security corporation specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex and innovative solutions. We are currently undergoing significant international expansion and are seeking top‑tier engineering talent to join our team.

We are seeking a

Senior Gun Barrel Design Expert to spearhead the design, metallurgical simulation, and manufacturing optimization of our next‑generation barrel systems.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Design

Lead the 3D CAD modeling of barrels for handguns, precision rifles, and automatic weapon systems.

Physics Simulation

Perform finite element analysis (FEA) for thermomechanical stress, gas expansion pressures, and metal fatigue under extreme operating conditions.

Materials Engineering

Select and validate steels (carbon, stainless, exotic alloys) and next‑gen coatings to mitigate barrel erosion and corrosion.

Manufacturing Supervision

Optimize mass and precision production processes, including button rifling, cold hammer forging, broaching, and ultra‑precision honing.

Testing & Failure Analysis:

Design ballistic test protocols and conduct forensic metallurgical analysis on barrels that fail proof‑load or endurance testing.

Regulatory Compliance





Ensure all designs strictly adhere to military standards and international arms manufacturing laws.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s or Ph.D. with a focus on ballistics or metallurgy is highly preferred.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of direct experience in barrel design or critical firearm component engineering within the defense sector or precision competitive shooting industry.

Software Proficiency

Expert mastery of CAD platforms (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA) and advanced simulation software (ANSYS, ABAQUS).

Advanced Technical Knowledge

Deep understanding of compressible fluid dynamics, steel metallurgy, heat treatment processes, and industrial metrology.

Soft Skills

Ability to mentor junior engineers and effectively communicate across cross‑functional teams, from R&D; to the machine shop floor.

Employment Conditions

Location

Availability to work in any of these three locations: Madrid, Cordoba, or Seville.

Contract Type

Permanent / Indefinite.

Salary

Competitive / Commensurate with experience.

📌 Senior Gun Barrel Design Expert (Madrid)
🏢 EMu0026E Group
📍 Madrid