James D Stroda

I'm currently a product design engineer responsible for new product development across the Diamondback family of companies including DB Firearms, Marine, Knife Works, and Southern Grind. I thrive under pressure. Challenges are met head on with problem solving skills honed from a diverse, hard working background and a can-do attitude. 

A couple of my most notable firearm related achievements include my involvement in the design of the Diamondback DBX 5.7, and the smallest and lightest striker fired 9mm semi auto pistol on the market, the DB9.

As a native Floridian, and avid outdoorsman, much of my free time is spent on the water with my family.  My experience as a USCG licensed captain, passion for the water, and design expertise makes the marine industry a natural fit.  At Diamondback Marine I created the technical infrastructure, implemented advanced engineering and manufacturing techniques, and brought a new layer of design creativity. Diamondback Marine has since become a premium vendor in the OEM marine market.