Engineering Manager

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an Engineering Manager to lead a 5+ person team of seasoned engineers in developing new products for US DOD and DHS customers. You will guide design, implement standard processes, and align technical work with program goals.

This role requires a strong background in mechanical design, leadership, and risk assessment, with hands-on involvement in 3D modeling, FEA, tolerance analysis, and supplier collaboration. Travel up to 10% may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 10+ years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and provide feedback for performance coaching.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability.
• Experience with nonlinear structural, shock, and vibration simulation (FEA).
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and Ansys.
• Experience in regulated industries (medical, aerospace, defense).

Responsibilities

• Technical expert for projects including 3D modeling, FEA, hand calculations, tolerance stack‑up.
• Lead a team of 5+ senior engineers; manage staffing and performance.
• Interface with manufacturing, supply chain, customers and vendors.
• Support bids and proposals; travel up to 10%.

Skills

Team leadership

Root cause analysis

Strong communication

Project staffing

DFM & Risk assessment

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

Ansys

Job description

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

Federal Equipment Company

has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing.

Position Summary

Consistent with our core values, we expect the engineering manager to be a high-energy team leader with unquestioned integrity and a drive to make FEC successful in the implementation of government contracts. This role requires a professional who can utilize their experience to guide their team in designing and producing safe products for our customers in an efficient manner.

The engineering manager will be a working manager that is responsible for leading a team of 5+ senior engineers in development of new products for US DOD and DHS customers. In this role, you will assist in the creation and implementation of standard processes, be involved in long term planning, and contribute to the business strategy. This position reports to the director of engineering.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Be technical expert of assigned projects. Detailed mechanical design including:
• 3D Modeling
• FEA
• Hand calcs
• Tolerance Stack Up
• Support production
• Analyze Non-Conformances and troubleshoot issues
• Lead a team of 5+ senior technical professionals:
• Personnel management including performance reviews, corrective feedback, hiring, and disciplinary action
• Responsible for staffing & resource planning
• Promote adherence to internal company design and development standards
• Actively track team hours billed against progress milestones to ensure engineering budgets are met
• Support the leadership team in technical communications with the customer
• Work in office and may be required to occasionally travel to customer or supplier locations or to meet with internal teams
• Support bids and proposals as required.

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. Master’s degree (MS, MENG, or MBA) preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, including the ability to appropriately balance team and individual workloads and provide feedback for performance coaching
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability
• Experienced with performing finite element analysis. Preference for expertise in nonlinear structural, shock, and vibration simulation
• Proficient in engineering software. Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, Ansys preferred.
• Experienced with product development in highly regulated industries i.e. medical, aerospace, defense
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience interacting with manufacturing, assembly, supply chain, customers, and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute engineering tasks
• Advanced DFM and Risk Assessment experience
• Strong communications skills (verbal, written and presentation); ability to clearly and concisely express and present information (or data) to non-technical associates, peers, and senior management
• Highly motivated, self-determined spirit
• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments
• Willingness and flexibility to travel up to 10%
• Proficient in Microsoft products (MS Office & Office 365, MS Project)

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.