Product Developer – Consumer Apparel (Temporary) bei 511 Tactical

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. Since 1979, we’ve created gear and apparel for people who live life without limits, delivering gear and apparel that empower them to push boundaries every day.

We’re looking for a Product Developer who thrives at the intersection of innovation, precision, and purpose. In this role, you’ll guide apparel styles from early concept through production hand-off, ensuring every detail meets the needs of our end users and the standards our brand is known for.

What You’ll Do: 

• Support innovation across materials, technologies, construction, and applications.

• Partner closely with Design and Technical Design to develop styles, fabrics, trims, and packaging.

• Ensure products meet end-use performance requirements through material, garment, and field testing.

• Commercialize materials and trims while managing all third-party testing results.

• Build and maintain accurate tech packs, BOMs, color data, labeling, and packaging details.

• Keep organized, up-to-date records in PLM, databases, and ISO documentation.

• Drive cost-effective product solutions through materials, construction, and tariff engineering.

• Collaborate with global sourcing teams and suppliers throughout development and commercialization.

• Support cross-functional partners with technical product expertise.

• Oversee fit, wear testing, and field evaluation of prototypes.

What You Bring: 

• Degree in a related field or equivalent apparel product development experience.

• Minimum 3 years in technical or high-performance apparel product development.

• Strong understanding of development and manufacturing processes.

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office tools.

• Experience with PDM/PLM systems (preferred).

• Highly organized, detail-driven, action-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range: $34.00-$40.00 per hour 

5.11 offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance; Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time; Casual Dress Code; and Employee Discounts.

*If you are a regular full-time employee working at least 30 hours per week, you and your eligible dependents may participate in 5.11’s benefits program.* 

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