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HEICO

Director of Engineer

Chatsworth, CA

Monday thru Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) The Engineering Director will lead all engineering and technical activities within the business, providing oversight for a team of 10-15 engineers. This role ...

HEICO

Director of Engineer

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

Monday thru Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) The Engineering Director will lead all engineering and technical activities within the business, providing oversight for a team of 10-15 engineers. This role ...

Heico

Director of Engineer

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

Monday thru Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) The Engineering Director will lead all engineering and technical activities within the business, providing oversight for a team of 10-15 engineers. This role ...

RadNet, Inc.

Director of Engineer

California, MO · On-site

$180 - $220/hr

Monday thru Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) The Engineering Director will lead all engineering and technical activities within the business, providing oversight for a team of 10-15 engineers. This role ...

Skillenai

Director of Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

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Gecko Hospitality

Director of Engineering

Honolulu, HI

$150K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Director of Engineering Luxury Resort We are searching for an experienced Director of Engineering with strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills. If you are a hands-on engineering ...

CLX Engineering

Director of Engineering

Sanford, FL · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

The Director of Engineering is a senior executive leadership role responsible for defining, scaling, and leading the overall engineering strategy for CLX Engineering across Controls, , SCADA ...

CLX Engineering

Director of Engineering

Sanford, FL

$130K - $150K/yr

Description The Director of Engineering is a senior executive leadership role responsible for defining, scaling, and leading the overall engineering strategy for CLX Engineering across Controls ...

CLX Engineering

Director of Engineering

Sanford, FL · On-site

The Director of Engineering is a senior executive leadership role responsible for defining, scaling, and leading the overall engineering strategy for CLX Engineering across Controls, , SCADA ...

One Tech

Director of Engineering

Charlotte, NC

The Director of Engineering will serve as the technical authority for the organization and ... Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. 10+ years of engineering experience with at least 5 ...

Millerbernd Manufacturing

Director of Engineering

Winsted, MN · On-site

$141K - $173K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Director of Engineering (T&I) is responsible for directing goals and strategies for the professional engineering & product design teams. They will internally coordinate efforts for successful ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of engineer in the United States is $194,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Of Engineer vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Of EngineerSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple engineering teams, sets strategic goals, manages budgetsManages daily team operations, oversees project execution, mentors engineers
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field, extensive experience in engineering leadershipBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field, strong technical background
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, cross-team coordinationTeam-focused, project management, technical oversight
Industry UsageCommon in large tech companies and corporationsWidely used in tech firms, startups, and software companies

The main difference is that a Director Of Engineer focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while a Software Engineering Manager handles daily team management and project execution. Both roles require strong technical backgrounds, but the Director role involves higher-level planning and cross-team coordination.

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Infographic showing various Director Of Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $194,709 per year, or $93.6 per hour.

Director of Engineer

HEICO

Chatsworth, CA

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

POSITION: ENGINEERING DIRECTOR

REPORTS TO: President/Site-Leader

LOCATION: Chatsworth, CA

SHIFT: Monday thru Thursday (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)

The Engineering Director will lead all engineering and technical activities within the business, providing oversight for a team of 10-15 engineers. This role is responsible for driving innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and supporting product development and sustainment efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace antenna solutions and RF technology, with expertise in UHF, VHF, L-band, TACS, GPS, and Radar Altimeters antenna solutions.

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary engineering team, fostering a culture of technical rigor and
  • Oversee the development, qualification, and certification of aerospace antenna systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Provide technical oversight for antenna design, design manufacturability, and performance
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, product reliability, and manufacturing
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with program management, business development, and operations to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
  • Support customer engagements, proposals, and technical presentations as the subject matter
  • Manage engineering resources, budgets, and project timelines to meet strategic
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in RF engineering and/or aerospace antenna
  • Deep knowledge of antenna design principles, RF propagation, and system
  • Experience with certification requirements for airborne RF systems (FAA, DO-160, RTCA, MIL-STD, etc.).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making
  • Previous leadership experience managing engineering
  • Familiarity with avionics integration and aircraft installation constraints, preferred.
  • Experience working with defense and commercial aerospace
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and project management software is
Physical Demands / Work Environment:

  • Position located in an office environment, with exposure to the manufacturing floor when
  • Domestic business related travel, valid driver's license
  • International business related travel, valid US passport
  • Regularly required to walk up and down
  • Regularly required to sit for long periods of
  • Regularly required to talk or hear.

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