Engineering Manager

Fairbanks Morse Defense
Cincinnati, OH
Category Engineering
Job Description
Role Overview

The engineering manager will lead a team of senior engineers in developing new products for US DOD and DHS customers. They will assist in creating and implementing standard processes, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the business strategy.

What You Will Do

Be a technical expert on assigned projects, lead a team of senior technical professionals, and support production. Analyze Non-Conformances and troubleshoot issues, and support bids and proposals as required.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a high-energy team leader with unquestioned integrity and a drive to make FEC successful in the implementation of government contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability, and experience with performing finite element analysis.

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 and provide feedback for performance coaching
  • Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability
  • Experienced with performing finite element analysis
  • Proficient in engineering software (Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, Ansys)
  • Experienced with product development in highly regulated industries (medical, aerospace, defense)
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience interacting with manufacturing, assembly, supply chain, customers, and vendors
  • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute engineering tasks
  • Advanced DFM and Risk Assessment experience
  • Strong communications skills (verbal, written and presentation)
  • 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)

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
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