Vice President, Engineering

CACI International Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 468,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc in Reston is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead the EW Line of Business (LoB) engineering strategy, talent development, and technology insertion for improved program performance.

You will be the principal engineering advisor to EW leadership, shaping our technical workforce, driving expansion into new markets, and ensuring delivery of innovative solutions on complex programs. Travel up to 50% and Top Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (IT, CS or Engineering).
• Minimum of 18 years related professional experience, with 15+ years on technical solutions for business development, Capture/PM, and proposals.
• Proven ability to lead and grow large organizations with highly skilled professionals.
• Ability to interface with Senior leadership teams from Corporate and Government.
• Strong oral and written communications about technical solutions and proposals.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required and obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Knowledge in: Systems Engineering, Software modernization, AI/ML, RF/Signal Processing; EW/Mission/C5ISR/C2/Communications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with EW Operations and Business Development on strategic initiatives.
• Lead development of engineering solutions and expand into new markets.
• Guide end-to-end program execution using industry-standard processes and staffing models.
• Identify gaps, opportunities, and drive growth through innovative technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Travel readiness

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

MS or MBA preferred

PMI certification

Job description

Job Title: Vice President, Engineering

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to support the Electronic Warfare (EW) Line of Business (LoB).

As the Vice President of Engineering, you will be part of a dynamic business team focused on growth and expansion of our current customer base and technology portfolio. The EW LoB is a $2.5B organization with over 2,000 engineers. You will be the principal engineering advisor to the Line of Business leadership to help shape our technical workforce, build our technical capabilities, and drive technology insertion improving program performance, business growth, delivery for improved sales, and establish our team as the premier solutions leader for our customers.

The VP of Engineering must have a broad understanding of evolving technical trends, recommend activities to strategically take advantage of those trends, and apply those trends to meet our customers’ mission requirements.

Additionally, the VP of Engineering will identify technical SMEs in developing, shaping and delivering technical solutions in support of current and new business missions. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in our technology leading to growth and development of new and improved innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

This position will work closely with EW Operations and Business Development leadership on strategic business initiatives and partnering to strengthen our technical solutioning and expansion into new market areas. The ideal candidate will have direct experience working on advanced, complex technical projects requiring innovative solutioning and industry knowledge. In addition, the ideal candidate will have direct experience with all phases of business from strategic capture and corporate investment in next generation technology to program execution through industry standard best practice processes and personnel growth and incentives.

Focus Areas Include

• Driving and managing internal investments in new technology into the business
• Managing product and systems roadmaps
• Creating shared engineering processes and procedures and identifying common engineering tools to support collaboration and accelerate development
• Shaping and strengthening workforce talent and growth
• Establishing strong collaboration across the entire EW LoB to strengthen CACI’s competitive position in current and new markets

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field (Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering)
• Minimum of 18 years related professional experience, including 15 years’ experience in developing technical solutions for business development, program management, capture management, marketing, and/or proposal development, in the federal services market
• Proven ability to effectively lead and grow large organizations with highly skilled and talented individuals
• Demonstrated ability to interface with Senior leadership teams from both Corporate business and Government.
• Demonstrated clear and effective oral and written communications skills regarding technical solutioning and proposals
• Ability to travel as required
• Ability to obtain Top Secret special access security clearance
• Knowledge in the following areas:
  • Systems Engineering
  • Complex software sustainment and modernization
  • AI/ML and Agentic Production AI
  • RF/Signal Processing
• Understanding of key markets:
  • EW
  • Mission and Platform integration
  • C5ISR
  • C2 Networks
  • Communications

Desired

• Master of Science degree in a technical field (Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Twenty years’ experience in developing innovative technical solutions
• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$199,200 - $468,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.