Training Instructor

Overview

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 733 Curtis Saunders Ct, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description
Posted Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:00 AM

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:

Training Instructor

Fairbanks Morse Defense – Chesapeake Training & Service Center

About Fairbanks Morse Defense

Headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin,
Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Manufacturing takes place across several U.S.

-based facilities.

FMD delivers high-performance engines and critical components directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard
, our technology powers mission-critical operations across the globe.

Chesapeake Training & Service Center

Join our team at the new state-of-the-art Chesapeake Training & Service Center
, a 45,000 sq. ft. facility designed to expand service and hands-on training opportunities for technicians and customers. This center houses:

• Four in-production Fairbanks Morse engines for overhaul and component training.
• Equipment from all FMD and partner product lines.
• Workshops: 10,000 sq. ft. (1,500 sq. ft. Fuel Shop)
• Training Center Shop: 13,000 sq. ft.
• Service Center: 20,000 sq. ft.
• Tech Library & Classrooms: 12,000 sq. ft.
• Temperature-controlled, multi-tiered parts storage systems

The Chesapeake center provides on-site support for Davit repairs, valve & actuator repairs, motors & controllers aftermarket support, and specialized weapons & handling equipment. Our technicians and instructors have the capabilities, and skill sets to overhaul all FMD engine lines, including Opposed Piston, PC 4.2, PC 2.5, FM48/60, PA6B, and ALCO engines.

If you’re a veteran or someone with hands-on technical experience, this is your opportunity to continue your mission in the civilian world
, sharing expertise, training the next generation, and supporting critical maritime operations.

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

The Training Instructor is a critical member of the Fairbanks Morse Services Team
, leading the development and delivery of training programs for both customers and Field Service Technicians. You will deliver classroom and hands-on instruction on diesel engines and key product lines including Davits and Flushing systems
, leveraging our state-of-the-art Chesapeake facility.

This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and training excellence. You will support the continuous improvement and maintenance of training programs, ensure certification standards are met, and work closely with cross-functional teams.

Your military, field service, or diesel engine experience will be highly valued, allowing you to continue serving the nation in a civilian capacity
.