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[solidcore]

Director of Engineering

Arlington, VA · On-site

$185 - $215/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our engineering organization, technical architecture, and technology strategy while building a high-performing team capable of supporting the next ...

[solidcore]

Director of Engineering

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our engineering organization, technical architecture, and technology strategy while building a high-performing team capable of supporting the next ...

[solidcore]

Director of Engineering

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our engineering organization, technical architecture, and technology strategy while building a high-performing team capable of supporting the next ...

Jobtailor

Director of Engineering

Newport News, VA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

• responsible for the direct management of the Test Engineering team (E25) • execution of the Test, Work Control and Ship Safety Program • encompasses the 1) Topside and Combat Systems test ...

[solidcore]

Director of Engineering

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our engineering organization, technical architecture, and technology strategy while building a high-performing team capable of supporting the next ...

Neuroscale AI

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site

The Role As Director of Engineering, you will be the senior technical leader responsible for ... Prior founder, founding engineer, engineering manager, technical product leader, forward deployed ...

Neuroscale AI

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site

$160 - $220/hr

The Role As Director of Engineering, you will be the senior technical leader responsible for ... Prior founder, founding engineer, engineering manager, technical product leader, forward deployed ...

Lansdowne Resort

Director of Engineering

Leesburg, VA · On-site

Description Job Summary The general purpose of the Director of Engineering is managing the mixed use Hotel / Resort's Engineering Department, including all related activities including hiring and ...

Scout Space

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA

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

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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 ...

Liberty

Director of Engineering Labs

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Director of Engineering Labs provides strategic leadership for engineering laboratory ... Oversee the design, development, and build-out of new lab facilities in partnership with Engineer ...

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Stand Together

Director of Engineering - BTP

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

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 ...

Stratus Team LLC

Director of Engineering Technology

Richmond, VA · On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role The Director of Engineering Technology is responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of engineering technologies across a multidisciplinary ...

Stand Together

Director of Engineering - BTP

Arlington, VA

$160K - $240K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

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 ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of engineer in Virginia is $193,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $140,300.00 and $250,800.00 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 Virginia 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 $193,039 per year, or $92.8 per hour.

Director of Engineering

Redhorse Corporation

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Director of Engineering
About the Organization
Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. Redhorse specializes in developing and implementing creative strategies and solutions with private, state, and federal customers in the areas of cultural and environmental resources services, climate and energy change, information technology, and intelligence services. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
Position Description
Redhorse Corporation (Redhorse) is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as our Director of Engineering for the Digital Solutions Center. The Technical Director will report to the Vice President of Digital Solutions and will be the lead for engineering support activities within the company. This position will be based in National Capital Region offices in the Roslyn neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
The successful candidate will serve as the senior digital engineering expert in the company’s matrixed internal service delivery organization focused on digital transformation services. They will serve as a key contributor to the development and maintenance of the Digital Solutions Catalog and the workforce development program for engineers and software developers. They will additionally serve as the senior engineering advisor within the digital solutions delivery process, leveraging corporate capabilities to support value chain activities. The Director will advise the executive leadership of the company on overall technology strategy of the company.
Essential Functions:
  • Serve as a key contributor to the development and maintenance of the Digital Solutions Catalog
  • Develop and document best-practice methodologies, processes, standards and engage with project managers to evangelize, evaluate, and refine corporate best-practices.
  • Support the identification, evaluation and selection of tools and technologies
  • Prepare technical papers, reference graphics and architectures
  • Contribute expertise and experience to digital workforce development plans and activities
  • Advise on technical Position Descriptions and participate in hiring process for key technical staff
  • Serve as a mentor to existing staff and the internship program
  • Serve as a key contributor in the digital solutions delivery process.
  • In collaboration with Market Leads, BD and Capture Leads, and PMs contribute technical expertise and labor in support of value chain activities including competitive intelligence, market engagement, opportunity qualification, solution development, teaming, proposals, and technical staffing
  • Advise the Vice President of Digital Solutions on corporate strategy
Minimum Basic Requirements for Skills, Experience, Education and Credentials include:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • A minimum of 10 years of engineering leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated success as both an individual contributor and leader on major software or systems engineering programs
  • Demonstrated expertise and thought leadership in the development and use of enterprise-scale cloud architectures, DEVSECOPS workflows and machine learning efforts applied to government problems.
  • Experience fielding operational systems for government customers including achieving Authority to Operate (ATO)
  • Expert knowledge of machine learning
  • Proven ability to drive key client communication and expectations
  • Experience engaging clients and developing relationships at the highest levels of the Federal Government
  • Strong communication skills and ability to understand business functionality
  • Ability to foster positive business relationships
  • Proven leadership abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with office productivity software, such as Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and file sharing applications.
  • Experience with Microsoft SharePoint
  • Able to work under pressure of deadlines
  • Able to work long hours and weekends if required
Preferred Qualifications include:
  • Masters or PhD
  • Cybersecurity expertise
  • Experience in National Security Systems
  • Experience in Energy and Environment Systems
  • Experience in Federal Civilian Systems
Executive Order Requirement:
In accordance with Executive Order 14042 as a Federal Contractor Redhorse requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by December 8, 2021 or prior to the first date of employment, whichever is later. As required by the Executive Order, Redhorse will work in coordination with applicable contract agencies to consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.
Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs.
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.
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