Mechanical Engineering Manager

Ultra Electronics Group; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

HSA contributions

Insurance benefits start 1st month

Job summary

Ultra Maritime seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a team of mechanical engineers across the design, development, testing, production, and sustainment of advanced maritime defense products.

You will provide technical and people leadership, assign work, set priorities, monitor performance, and ensure objectives are met on cost, schedule, and quality while collaborating with PM, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and systems engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 9+ years of engineering experience in a complex environment.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong mechanical design, analysis, manufacturing process, and product development knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small-to-medium sized team of Mechanical Engineers and coordinate daily activities.
• Provide direction and mentoring in design, development, analysis, testing, and production support of mechanical systems.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Problem solving

Project coordination

Communication

Microsoft Office

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology. Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments. As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence. Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Ultra Maritime is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a team of mechanical engineers supporting the design, development, testing, production, and sustainment of advanced maritime defense products. The Mechanical Engineering Manager will provide both technical and people leadership, assigning work, establishing priorities, monitoring team performance, and ensuring engineering activities support business and program objectives. This position will manage engineering projects throughout their lifecycle while working closely with program management, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, systems engineering, electrical engineering, and other functional organizations. The ideal candidate is a technically strong mechanical engineer who can effectively lead a team, manage competing priorities, develop engineering talent, and drive projects to successful completion while maintaining cost, schedule, quality, and technical requirements.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small-to-medium sized team of Mechanical Engineers by assigning responsibilities and coordinating daily engineering activities.
• Provide technical direction and mentoring to engineers and technicians in the design, development, analysis, testing, and production support of mechanical systems and components.
• Manage engineering projects and technical work packages throughout the product lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, development, testing, production, and sustainment.
• Establish priorities and allocate engineering resources to meet program schedules, customer requirements, and business objectives.
• Monitor team performance, workload, project status, and technical deliverables to ensure commitments are met.
• Develop engineering solutions to complex technical problems while considering cost, schedule, quality, manufacturability, reliability, and performance.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, specifications, analyses, test plans, and technical reports as appropriate.
• Support prototype development, qualification testing, failure investigations, and product improvement activities.
• Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective action for design, manufacturing, supplier, and field issues.
• Support staffing plans, resource projections, recruiting, and development of the Mechanical Engineering organization.
• Provide performance feedback, coaching, and development opportunities for engineering personnel.
• Participate in hiring, promotion, and disciplinary action recommendations in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate technical and program status to senior management and participate in design reviews, program reviews, and customer meetings.
• Support supplier and customer engagements, including occasional travel for testing, supplier meetings, and program activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 9+ years of relevant engineering experience within a complex engineering environment.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience, including responsibility for assigning work, mentoring engineers, or leading technical teams.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, engineering analysis, manufacturing processes, and product development.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to address complex technical and organizational issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; security clearances are granted to U.S. Citizens.
• Familiarity with configuration management and engineering change processes.
• Ability to travel up to 15% for testing, supplier meetings, customer meetings, and other business needs.

Desired Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or other 3D CAD systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, welding, composites, and additive manufacturing.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA).
• Experience with PFMEA, work instructions, manufacturing documentation, and production support.
• Experience with prototype development and environmental or qualification testing.
• Experience supporting DoD or U.S. Navy programs.
• Experience developing engineering staffing plans, resource requirements, and project schedules.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!
• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays.
• 401k Plan with Company Match.
• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement).
• Wellness Program and incentives.
• Company HSA contributions.
• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire.
• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually.
• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks.

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement:

if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security. We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

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