Engineering Leader Jobs in Virginia
Engineering Leader jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in defense technology, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and government contracting from the entry level through senior and principal engineering management. Northern Virginia anchors most of the hiring activity, followed by Richmond and Hampton Roads, where large employers including Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and General Dynamics Information Technology maintain significant engineering leadership footprints. Program management, systems engineering leadership, and software development leadership are the specialties Virginia employers recruit for most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerM.C. Dean
Top cityTysons, VA
Cities hiring5
Work type67% Remote
Top credentialBachelor's degree in engineering
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Product Manager (Engineering Leader 2) - Tysons, VA
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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Product Manager (Engineering Leader 2) - Tysons, VA
Tysons, Virginia
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Deputy Engineering Leader - Tysons, VA
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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Deputy Engineering Leader - Tysons, VA
Tysons, Virginia
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NEW* (Remote) Supply Chain Leader - Natural Gas Materials Engineering
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Augmentis
NEW* (Remote) Supply Chain Leader - Natural Gas Materials Engineering
Norfolk, Virginia
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Augmentis
NEW* (Remote) Supply Chain Leader - Natural Gas Materials Engineering
Richmond, Virginia
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Process Engineering Leader
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Georgia-Pacific
Process Engineering Leader
Big Island, Virginia
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Product Manager (Engineering Leader 2) - Tysons, VA
M.C. Dean, Inc.·Tysons, Virginia
Job functions:
$150k - $188k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Product Manager to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities:
Key Requirements:
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Product Manager to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
We design, develop, deploy and manage software which extends, manages, and integrates the OT solutions we deploy with our customer’s business systems. The software we develop orchestrates critical business processes for our customers and automates data flow to form their enterprise systems. The focus of this position is driving delivery of the software we build for our customers throughout the entirety of the Software Development Life Cycle. The successful candidate will have a keen ability to research, empathize with, and translate user needs into prioritized, clearly defined product requirements that are understandable by technical and business teams. The Senior Product Manager responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to) the following:
- Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to implementation.
- Capture, document, and communicate customer needs, translating requirements into features and user stories and drive the technical team’s understanding of requirements.
- Define and prioritize product roadmaps to best meet the needs of a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders throughout the organization and across our customer set.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define product requirements and ensure timely product delivery.
- Manage product backlog, prioritize features, and work with technical and project stakeholders to make trade-off decisions.
- Lead day to day software operations, managing productivity to ensure release targets are consistently met by managing work assignments, balancing resources, and remediating blocking conditions.
- Create, manage, and maintain detailed and accurate system documentation, including design and configuration plans, design diagrams, task-oriented procedures, operations and maintenance plans, etc.
- Plan and conduct user testing (UAT).
- Establish KPIs, identify gaps, and improve performance and adoption of the products we deliver.
- Lead product demos, training sessions, and other activities to support internal and external stakeholders.
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is REQUIRED
Key Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related Technical Discipline with 10+ years of progressive experience in product management and software delivery.
- Certification:
- SAFe® Scrum Master, SAFe® for Teams, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, or similar agile project management certification.
- Experience:
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex software products.
- Strong understanding of application lifecycle management systems, such as Atlassian Jira (and related components), Azure DevOps, GitLab, etc. to manage, monitor, and report on software development project status and performance.
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with MS Azure and cloud services and technologies, including compute, database, storage, network virtualization, and security services.
- Working understanding of network infrastructure, concepts of operation, and protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, Syslog, etc.
- Demonstrated time management and organization skills while working in a fast-paced, multidiscipline team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication (oral and written) skills.
- Proficiency with workflow and lifecycle management systems (e.g. Atlassian Jira).
What we offer:
- A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
- An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
- Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
- Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- A competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Military Reserve pay offset
- Paid maternity leave
Abilities:
- Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
- Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Identify and understand the speech of another person.
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Product Manager (Engineering Leader 2) - Tysons, VA
Tysons, Virginia
Added 1d ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
$150k - $188k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
Job Description
Overview:
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Product Manager to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities:
Key Requirements:
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Product Manager to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
We design, develop, deploy and manage software which extends, manages, and integrates the OT solutions we deploy with our customer’s business systems. The software we develop orchestrates critical business processes for our customers and automates data flow to form their enterprise systems. The focus of this position is driving delivery of the software we build for our customers throughout the entirety of the Software Development Life Cycle. The successful candidate will have a keen ability to research, empathize with, and translate user needs into prioritized, clearly defined product requirements that are understandable by technical and business teams. The Senior Product Manager responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to) the following:
- Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to implementation.
- Capture, document, and communicate customer needs, translating requirements into features and user stories and drive the technical team’s understanding of requirements.
- Define and prioritize product roadmaps to best meet the needs of a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders throughout the organization and across our customer set.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define product requirements and ensure timely product delivery.
- Manage product backlog, prioritize features, and work with technical and project stakeholders to make trade-off decisions.
- Lead day to day software operations, managing productivity to ensure release targets are consistently met by managing work assignments, balancing resources, and remediating blocking conditions.
- Create, manage, and maintain detailed and accurate system documentation, including design and configuration plans, design diagrams, task-oriented procedures, operations and maintenance plans, etc.
- Plan and conduct user testing (UAT).
- Establish KPIs, identify gaps, and improve performance and adoption of the products we deliver.
- Lead product demos, training sessions, and other activities to support internal and external stakeholders.
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is REQUIRED
Key Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related Technical Discipline with 10+ years of progressive experience in product management and software delivery.
- Certification:
- SAFe® Scrum Master, SAFe® for Teams, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, or similar agile project management certification.
- Experience:
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex software products.
- Strong understanding of application lifecycle management systems, such as Atlassian Jira (and related components), Azure DevOps, GitLab, etc. to manage, monitor, and report on software development project status and performance.
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with MS Azure and cloud services and technologies, including compute, database, storage, network virtualization, and security services.
- Working understanding of network infrastructure, concepts of operation, and protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, Syslog, etc.
- Demonstrated time management and organization skills while working in a fast-paced, multidiscipline team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication (oral and written) skills.
- Proficiency with workflow and lifecycle management systems (e.g. Atlassian Jira).
What we offer:
- A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
- An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
- Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
- Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- A competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Military Reserve pay offset
- Paid maternity leave
Abilities:
- Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
- Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Identify and understand the speech of another person.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering leader jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field required
- Seven or more years of engineering experience including direct team leadership responsibility
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional engineering teams and deliver complex technical programs
- Experience working within defense, federal contracting, or regulated government IT environments preferred
- Proficiency with agile development frameworks, systems engineering lifecycle, or DevSecOps practices
- Active or eligible security clearance, with many Virginia roles requiring Secret or Top Secret clearance
Engineering Leader Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering leader in Virginia?
Most engineering leaders in Virginia move into the role after several years in a hands-on engineering position, typically starting with a bachelor's degree in an engineering or computer science discipline. Virginia does not require a state-issued management license for engineering leadership, though roles in defense contracting frequently require a security clearance and may favor candidates with a Professional Engineer license issued through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. Strong technical depth combined with demonstrated team ownership is what Virginia employers look for most.
Which companies hire engineering leaders in Virginia?
Employers hiring engineering leaders in Virginia right now include M.C. Dean, Augmentis, and Georgia-Pacific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense primes means many of these openings are with government contractors, systems integrators, or technology firms holding long-term federal contracts.
Which Virginia cities have the most engineering leader jobs?
Tysons, Norfolk, and Richmond have the most engineering leader openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia drives the largest share due to its dense cluster of defense contractors, federal agencies, and cloud infrastructure companies, while Richmond and Hampton Roads attract engineering leadership roles tied to energy, manufacturing, and naval systems programs based in those regions.
Are there remote engineering leader jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than many management roles, because engineering leadership often involves coordinating distributed teams and managing software-driven programs. About 67% of engineering leader openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the tech-heavy nature of the market. Roles focused on cloud, software, and cybersecurity programs tend to offer the most schedule flexibility, while on-site requirements are common for positions with classified work or hardware development responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a engineering leader in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a team lead or tech lead role within a Virginia employer rather than applying directly for an engineering manager title. Large contractors such as Leidos, SAIC, and Northrop Grumman hire associate engineers and program analysts who take on informal leadership responsibilities over time. Gaining a security clearance early, even at the Secret level, significantly widens the pool of Virginia roles available. A PMP credential or Agile certification also helps candidates from adjacent roles like project coordinator or senior individual contributor make the transition into formal leadership.
Where can I find and apply to engineering leader jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to engineering leader jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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