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Engineering Manager

Leonardo DRS

Fitchburg, MA · Posted November 14, 2026

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About the job

Job ID: 114674

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

DRS NPS has an immediate need for a highly technical Engineering Manager. This highly-visible leadership position has two primary responsibilities. First, to provide functional management and technical leadership to a team of 10-15 engineers within a matrixed organizational structure. Second, this role is expected to lead challenging and innovative technical projects, with the ability to be an effective bridge between engineering, other functions, and senior management.

In the functional manager role, this position will be responsible to manage resources in support of large number of active development programs. This role baselines individual expectations, performs performance evaluations, provides performance-based feedback, career development, resource/skill gap assessments, and hiring recommendations. This role also monitors and manages the performance of the team through development and evaluation of metrics, including reporting up to senior management. Additionally, this role is expected to drive engineering efficiencies through continuous improvement efforts.

In the technical leader role, this position is responsible for estimating, planning, and driving technical execution of U.S. military and customized commercial projects ranging from Job Responsibilities

Manage resource allocations for a team of 10-15 engineers

Interview and hire staff to support resource demands and skill needs

Conduct annual reviews, provide feedback, training, and career guidance to develop future engineering leaders

Ensure compliance to AS9100 New Product Development processes

Initiate, develop, and lead engineering efficiency and other continuous improvement efforts

Plan and drive execution of the detailed technical work scope to the required quality, schedule and budget

Organize, lead, and motivate technical teams in the design and development of challenging products and systems

Contribute directly to project success through individual technical contributions, as required

Develop project plans and pre-contract proposal estimates

Confidently and competently represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy

Clearly communicate, orally and in writing, technical and programmatic information to technical and non-technical individuals

Collaboration with other departments, DRS locations, and suppliers to solve problems and develop cost-effective, high quality solutions

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree from a 4 year accredited college or university in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or similar hardware engineering discipline

A minimum of 10 years leading or managing a team of individual contributors

Demonstrated experience individually driving product development from concept to qualified / fielded systems

Experience with system-level thinking and system engineering principles/methods

Demonstrated experience driving engineering continuous improvement efforts, including process development, training, and rollout

Strong sense of ownership and high level of accountability

Demonstrated focus on designing to cost targets, while meeting key system performance requirements

US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

Masters of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or similar hardware engineering discipline

Experience with execution of projects for the US military or foreign navies

Familiarity with industrial and military design specifications

Experience with the development of electric machines, electric motor/drive systems, electro-mechanical systems, or other power machinery.

Experience with marine gas turbines, steam turbines, and/or diesel engines

Experience designing/developing marine equipment

Experience of leading the successful integration of multiple sub-systems

Active security clearance

U.S. Citizenship required.

The salary range for this position is $128,492-$199,484. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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