Careers in the U.S.
American Rheinmetall is searching for new talents.
There’s a place for you right here with us. Join our team in the USA and let’s work together on exciting projects, new developments, and the technologies of tomorrow. New challenges in the automotive and defense sectors are the incentives that drive us to turn change into opportunity!
If you’re as passionate about future technologies as we are, we welcome you to join our team as we continue to make a difference. We are proud of our work, we are devoted to our customers, and we are dedicated to our employees.
If you’re satisfied, so are we. Apply today!
Who we are
The North American Tech Center, Auburn Hills (MI), is Rheinmetall’s Headquarters in the region. Development, testing, and sales of products of the Divisions Sensors and Actuators as well as Materials and Trade are coordinated from the tech center.
Pierburg Pump Technology specializes in manufacturing various types of engine pumps, such as oil pumps, vacuum pumps, water circulation pumps, and coolant pumps. All types of pumps are subject to continuous development and offer our customers a wide range of individual solutions for all engine applications.

Pierburg US, LLC in Fountain Inn, South Carolina
Founded in 1996, Pierburg US, LLC manufactures components in the air supply and emissions control segments within Rheinmetall. The 100,000 ft² assembly plant producing EGR systems, byopass valves, components for electric throttle control, and recirculation valves is located in Fountain Inn, South Carolina.
The KS Kolbenschmidt US, Inc. facility in Marinette, Wisconsin, was founded in 1944 as an aluminum piston manufacturer. Today, it is a leading manufacturer of aluminum and steel pistons for internal combustion engines of passenger cars and medium- and heavy-duty applications. It is well-known for its advanced piston design and manufacturing technology for gasoline and diesel engines. Increasing the power density and achieving further reductions in fuel consumption and emissions are two of the driving factors when developing new piston concepts.
KS Gleitlager North America LLC is Rheinmetall specialist for high-precision sliding elements. The introduction of new technologies in production and surface treatment, innovative development work, and a clear customer orientation have made KS Gleitlager one of the world's leading suppliers of metal plain bearings and metal polymer bearings (Permaglide®).
The large-bore pistons division of KS Kolbenschmidt GmbH is one of the world’s major producers and offers optimal solutions for steel and aluminum pistons in diameters ranging from 150 to 640 mm for all applications. One of the three production sites is located in Marinette, Wisconsin. The portfolio extends from monobloc aluminum pistons, spheroidal graphite monobloc and composite pistons with bottom parts made of aluminum, spheroidal graphite iron and steel, through to new developments in the area of articulated and steel pistons.
American Rheinmetall Defense, Inc. headquartered in Reston, VA, is the U.S. parent entity of Rheinmetall that brings the global company's complete and substantial range of world-class defense and security products to the United States market through its three specialized operating companies:
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Please also find additional information on American Rheinmetall Defense on www.rheinmetall-us.com
Let’s work together to shape the matters that move people: mobility and security.
Benefits for our employees
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What inspires our employees about their work at Rheinmetall?

Kathy Gabel, Finance Director at KS KOLBENSCHMIDT in Marinette (USA), gives an insight into her everyday work.