Engineering, Director

MIL Corporation; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The MIL Corporation seeks an Engineering Director to lead an engineering staff of 20+ in Lexington Park, MD. On-site schedule with potential compression; you will manage C6ISR system development, review analyses, and mentor engineers to meet DoD and Federal requirements.

Required 10 years in engineering and 5 years in management, with strong leadership, communication, and a Secret/SCI DoD-eligibility background. Compensation ranges publicly from $130,000 to $185,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10 years of practical engineering experience in design and development of C6ISR equipment/systems and subsystems
• 5 years of experience in a management role
• Experience mentoring, teaching and managing technical employees
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Systems level design experience in the DoD and Federal environment

Responsibilities

• Manage, investigate, analyze, plan, design, develop, implement, test, and evaluate C6ISR systems
• Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation
• Provide workforce development; mentor, teach, and manage employee goals, objectives and career development
• Perform resource planning through collaboration with functional and project management leads to ensure engineering resources are available to perform project/task requirements
• Develop, document, and implement MIL’s systems engineering processes
• Perform quality assurance of all engineering deliverable products and documentation
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic direction of the company

Skills

Leadership

Management

Mentoring

Verbal communication

Written communication

DoD systems design

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/Technical discipline

Job description

The MIL Corporation seeks an Engineering, Director to support a Department of War client from our Lexington Park, MD location. The Engineering Director will manage the day-to-day tasking of an engineering staff of 20+ employees (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, IT, and A/V Engineers).

This position currently requires an on-site schedule and is eligible for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS).Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage, investigate, analyze, plan, design, develop, implement, test, and evaluate C6ISR systems
• Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation
• Provide workforce development; mentor, teach, and manage employee goals, objectives and career development
• Perform resource planning through collaboration with functional and project management leads to ensure engineering resources are available to perform project/task requirements
• Develop, document, and implement MIL’s systems engineering processes
• Perform quality assurance of all engineering deliverable products and documentation
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic direction of the company

Travel

Approximately 10% per year, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of practical engineering experience in design and development of C6ISR equipment/systems and subsystems
• 5 years of experience in a management role
• Experience mentoring, teaching and managing technical employees
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Systems level design experience in the DoD and Federal environment

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in the field of Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Technical Discipline
• Experience with the Naval Air Warfare Aircraft Division WOLF community
• Experience working on engineering and technical services DoD contracts
• Current Top Secret/SCI DoD security clearance
• CISSP Certification
• CCNP or CCIE Certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline

Clearance

All applicants for this position must possess a current Top-Secret clearance; please note that the clearance process takes into account financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

For this position, the projected compensation range is $130,000 - $185,000 per year. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL’s complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page.

Why MIL?

The MIL Corporation (MIL) is a dynamic workforce of industry professionals who deliver world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology - and we are looking for candidates like you! MIL offers opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers, from early-career candidates to experienced industry professionals. We are known for a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. This commitment to our people and our work is reflected in the industry and workplace awards MIL has received over the years.

• 2017 - 2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
• 2018 - 2025 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work®
• 2021 - 2025, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™
• 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™
• 2018 Fortune, Great Place to Work: Best Place to Work for Diversity
• 2017, 2020 - 2025 Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine)
• 2025 Corporate Partnership Award, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter
• 2024 Patriot Award,Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
• 2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
• 2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you. Become a part of something greater, where you, the people, make the difference.