Chief Engineer
Company: MANTECH
Role summary
Chief Engineer is a full-time role at MANTECH in Washington, District of Columbia, United States (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-02. Salary: USD 116,400–194,900 per year. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Chief Engineer
- Company
- MANTECH
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 116,400–194,900 per year
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-10-02
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company working on cutting-edge technology for national security. You'll tackle complex challenges with a dynamic team and have the chance to grow your career while making a real impact. The salary range is very competitive, reflecting the seniority and importance of this role.
Job description
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we’ve been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now—unleash your potential with MANTECH!
***This is for a future opportunity***
MANTECH seeks a career and customer-oriented Chief Engineer to join our team in Washington, D.C. This is a hybrid position with 1 day onsite and 4 days remote per week.
The role requires an individual with a unique combination of deep technical knowledge, managerial acumen, and extensive experience within the DHS or Department of War (DoW) acquisition ecosystems.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide executive-level technical leadership and strategic oversight for scientific research, innovation, development, and technology strategies
Establish long-term research and development priorities that align with S&T and DHS Headquarters objectives
Oversee scientific methodologies, data collection, and analysis processes to ensure validity and reliability
Act as a liaison between customers and external stakeholders and other DHS components
Ensure the delivery of scalable, secure-by-design solutions that provide a decisive advantage in Homeland Security environments by bridging the gap between theoretical algorithms and operational DHS requirements
Ensure that all deliverables meet DHS S&T quality standards
Serve as a key bridge between mission requirements and technical implementation, ensuring that Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation efforts are consistently documented to support procurement decisions
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a related field
12+ years of experience in test and evaluation
3+ years of experience with prototype development projects
Experience with DHS acquisition policy and DHS systems engineering lifecycle
Proven experience in developing complex technical reports and briefings for senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Sciences, or a related field
War Acquisition University (WAU) or DHS System Engineering or Test and Evaluation Certifications
Comprehensive understanding of DHS Acquisition Management Instruction 102-01
Clearance Requirements:
Must be able to obtain a DHS Public Trust clearance prior to starting this position
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Physical Requirements:
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations
The projected compensation range for this position is $116,400.00-$194,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
General information
Requisition #
R70102
Locations
USA-DC-Washington
Posting Date
08/18/2026
Security Clearance Required
Public Trust/Suitability
Remote Type
Hybrid
Time Type
Full time