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Plazahotelelpaso

Director of Engineering

Irving, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Director of Engineering Manage general and preventative maintenance functions to ensure guest ... Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes. * Be aware of guest satisfaction ...

HHM Hotels

Director of Engineering

Irving, TX · On-site

Director of Engineering Manage general and preventative maintenance functions to ensure guest ... Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes. * Be aware of guest satisfaction ...

WizeHire, Inc

Director of Engineering

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... Hotel Director of Engineering leads the maintenance and operations of a property's physical ... Enforce adherence to local, state, federal, and brand standards regarding OSHA, ADA, life-safety ...

HHM Hospitality

Director of Engineering

Irving, TX · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

Director of Engineering Manage general and preventative maintenance functions to ensure guest ... Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes. * Be aware of guest satisfaction ...

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What is the difference between Director Federal Engineering vs Federal Systems Engineer?

AspectDirector Federal EngineeringFederal Systems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in engineering, often with management experienceBachelor's or higher in engineering or related field, with technical certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees teams, manages projects, strategic planningDesigns, develops, and tests federal systems, technical implementation
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, defense contractors, large tech firmsDefense contractors, government agencies, aerospace firms
Search & Comparison IntentLeadership, management, strategic roles in federal engineeringTechnical, engineering design, system implementation roles

The main difference is that the Director Federal Engineering focuses on leadership, strategy, and managing engineering teams, while the Federal Systems Engineer is more hands-on, involved in designing and implementing federal systems. Both roles require technical expertise, but the director position emphasizes management and oversight.

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Program Director, Federal Construction & Operations

TerraFirma

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

At TerraFirma, we’re redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Kleiner Perkins and Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer.

 

Our Story & Mission

At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything.

At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have.

From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That’s when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds.

Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity’s toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible.

 

Job Overview

Lead a major U.S. Government program delivering remote-controlled heavy equipment for high-impact construction and remediation missions around the world. You will lead global deployments and field execution, scaling a proven teleoperation capability into reliable operations across real-world sites.

 

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end program execution for a major U.S. Government contract, including scope, schedule, budget, compliance, and performance

  • Lead global field deployment for remote-controlled heavy equipment operations, including staffing, equipment staging, logistics, maintenance, and day-to-day operations across international sites

  • Serve as primary interface to U.S. Government stakeholders and partners and translate requirements into executable plans, milestones, and operational rhythms

  • Drive safety and risk management in hazardous environments and enforce a strong safety culture across all field activities

  • Build and lead multidisciplinary teams including operators, field engineers, technicians, and subcontractors with clear accountability and high execution standards

  • Own reporting cadence and performance tracking and drive continuous improvement based on lessons learned and government feedback

 

Qualifications & Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience leading large-scale construction, remediation, disaster relief, or heavy civil operations

  • Experience managing U.S. Government overseas construction or contingency operations such as DoW, USACE, DOS, USAID, or similar agencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

  • Willing and able to spend significant time in Austin, TX (TerraFirma HQ) and travel internationally as needed, including extended in-country deployments

 

Compensation & Benefits

Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and the scope of responsibilities for the role. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. This position includes a competitive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and company holidays. Travel required for the role will be supported in accordance with company policy.