director software engineering Director of Engineering management · Posted May 7, 2026
$153,377 – $260,743
USD per year
Skills
Security

About this role

BAE Systems is hiring a director-level Director of Engineering in the software engineering function based in McLean, VA. The posting calls out experience with Security. Compensation is listed at $153,377–$260,743 per year.

Role
Director of Engineering
Function
software engineering
Level
director
Track
Management
Employment
Full-time
Location
McLean, VA
Department
Business Development, Strategy & Planning
Posted
May 7, 2026

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Job description

from BAE Systems careers

Job Description
What’s it like growing your career in a company that is passionate about problem-solving? Energizing. At BAE Systems, you’ll work with talented business development and strategy professionals who are ready to demonstrate deep industry knowledge, and provide answers for our customers’ critical challenges. For us, strategy and planning isn’t just about addressing today’s challenges, it’s about having the vision to anticipate what’s ahead.

We are seeking a motivated leader to provide hands-on capture management and strategic support for a fast-growing opportunity pipeline within Intelligence and Security (I&S) with a primary focus on the Air and Space Force market. This position reports directly to the Vice President – General Manager for Air and Space Force Solutions (ASFS). The hire has the authority and accountability for winning executable business and is responsible for leading opportunities through capture and transition to contract execution.

In this job, you will:
  • Direct all phases, activities, and deliverables of multiple capture projects
  • Form, lead, and inspire diverse capture teams
  • Identify requirements for capture team members and sets their objectives
  • Lead customer requirement influencing strategy, requirement interpretation, and solution option generation including make/buy and partnering /teaming strategy
  • Plan, appropriately tailor, and use relevant business development processes; ensure timely lifecycle governance reviews and approvals
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