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Director Engineering Jobs in Springfield, VA (NOW HIRING)

Direct engineering resources, staffing plans, project assignments, and workload balancing across multiple initiatives. * Evaluate and approve technical approaches, engineering designs, implementation ...

We're now hiring a Director of Engineering, a senior technical operator who can be credible with customers, strong with engineering teams, and comfortable switching between strategy, demos ...

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site

$160 - $220/hr

We're now hiring a Director of Engineering, a senior technical operator who can be credible with customers, strong with engineering teams, and comfortable switching between strategy, demos ...

Direct engineering resources, staffing plans, project assignments, and workload balancing across multiple initiatives. * Evaluate and approve technical approaches, engineering designs, implementation ...

Director of Engineering

Washington, DC · On-site

$115K - $130K/yr

The Director of Engineering is responsible for effectively leading the engineering team in the execution of all maintenance on hotel property. From essential upgrading, installation and necessary ...

The Director of Engineering is responsible for effectively leading the engineering team in the execution of all maintenance on hotel property. From essential upgrading, installation and necessary ...

The Director of Engineering is responsible for effectively leading the engineering team in the execution of all maintenance on hotel property. From essential upgrading, installation and necessary ...

Director of Engineering

Washington, DC · On-site

$115 - $130/hr

The Director of Engineering is responsible for effectively leading the engineering team in the execution of all maintenance on hotel property, including essential upgrading, installation, and ...

GENERAL ENGINEER

Quantico, VA · On-site +1

$143K - $197K/yr

You will independently plan, direct, and complete complex engineering and leadership assignments, applying advanced technical knowledge to improve existing systems, develop new capabilities, and ...

As Director of Engineering, you will lead the engineering function for the Be The People platform. You will set technical direction, build and manage the internal engineering team, integrate the work ...

Scout Space is seeking a mission-driven Director of Engineering to lead the execution, growth, and technical direction of our engineering organization. This leader will be responsible for scaling a ...

Position Title Director Facilities Engineering Purpose & Scope: Responsible for the planning, organization, staffing, control and management of the Facilities Engineering Department. Responsible for ...

Scout Space is seeking a mission-driven Director of Engineering to lead the execution, growth, and technical direction of our engineering organization. This leader will be responsible for scaling a ...

Scout Space is seeking a mission-driven Director of Engineering to lead the execution, growth, and technical direction of our engineering organization. This leader will be responsible for scaling a ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering in Springfield, VA is $203,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,800.00 and $264,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Job description

Summary

Are you a seasoned engineering leader ready to drive mission-critical technology programs supporting national security objectives? We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead high-performing teams responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and sustaining large-scale enterprise IT environments.

** This position is contingent upon contract award ** 


Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and technical direction for enterprise-wide and large-scale information systems programs.
  • Lead, manage, and develop teams of network, systems, cybersecurity, software, and infrastructure engineers.
  • Establish engineering objectives, priorities, standards, and performance expectations aligned with program and organizational goals.
  • Oversee the architecture, design, implementation, integration, modernization, and sustainment of complex IT systems and networks.
  • Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable cybersecurity, information assurance, and government security requirements.
  • Direct engineering resources, staffing plans, project assignments, and workload balancing across multiple initiatives.
  • Evaluate and approve technical approaches, engineering designs, implementation plans, and system architecture decisions.
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts among engineering teams, program management, cybersecurity personnel, contractors, and government stakeholders.
  • Monitor project execution, technical performance, schedules, budgets, risks, and resource utilization.
  • Identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational challenges impacting program success.
  • Lead engineering reviews, technical assessments, design evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide executive-level briefings, technical recommendations, and strategic guidance to internal leadership and government customers.
  • Support proposal development, technical solutioning, business growth, and transition planning activities.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, contractual obligations, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Exercise independent judgment and decision-making authority on matters affecting engineering operations, technical performance, staffing, and program outcomes.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in IT Operations utilizing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices within a Federal Government environment, preferably within the Department of Defense.
  • Minimum ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in a senior IT management role supporting Federal Government or DoD customers.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technical operations teams supporting enterprise-scale environments.
  • Current DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II certification required.
  • Active TS clearance. 
  • Successfully pass background and drug screening

 

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Advanced knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and systems engineering principles.
  • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Ability to provide technical oversight across multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Strong understanding of information assurance and cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $180,955.07/Yr.