Posted:
3/26/2026, 10:18:35 PM
Location(s):
Falls Church, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security
Type of Requisition:
RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:
SecretClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top SecretPublic Trust/Other Required:
NoneJob Family:
Professional EngineeringJob Qualifications:
Skills:
Command Systems, Engineering, Team ManagementCertifications:
NoneExperience:
15 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:
YesJob Description:
ENGINEERING DIRECTOR
We are GDIT. As a trusted systems integrator for more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) provides information technology (IT), cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, training solutions and professional services to customers in the Navy and the broader Department of Defense.
As an Engineering Director, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission supporting the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) activities.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Director of Engineering supporting PEO IWS, you will be trusted to bring together a multi-disciplinary team that is geographically dispersed to provide engineering planning, design, integration, installation, and test of Aegis Combat Systems (ACS) onboard ships post-construction and during maintenance availabilities.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Fully responsible for cost / schedule / performance associated with all Engineering activities associated with the delivery of ACS SI&T services and products
Sets the strategic direction for IWS 1 agency, TDP development, technical surge efforts and innovation efforts
Directs the efforts of Engineering sub-teams, such as Physical Engineering, Command and Control Engineering, SPY Engineering, Design and Integration Engineering and Topside Engineering
Develops highly complex business strategies to achieve business targets
Keeps current with cutting edge business and economic trends to forecast how the business will need to adapt and change over time
Manages or supervises multiple departments and disciplines
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
A Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) in the relevant field and 15+ years of relevant experience (or 20+ years of experience without a degree).
Active Secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain Top Secret. Active Top Secret clearance is desired.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of the larger GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Travel Required:
10-25%Telecommuting Options:
OnsiteWork Location:
USA VA Falls ChurchAdditional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransWebsite: https://www.gdit.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1999
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Artificial Intelligence (AI) ⋅ Cloud Computing ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Cyber Security ⋅ Information Technology