Senior Director, Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Senior Director, Engineering

Reports To: Vice President General Manager

Revision Date: 6/9/25

Level: M5

Location: Chandler – Onsite 5 days/week

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit

We’re seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Director of Engineering to lead our Amplifiers & Modems Segment engineering teams in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge satellite telecommunications solutions. This role requires a visionary leader with deep technical expertise in satellite communications, RF systems, network infrastructure, and software-defined networking. Reporting directly to the Vice President General Manager of Amplifiers & Modems, they will drive innovation, optimize performance, and ensure the successful execution of mission-critical projects.

Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the engineering strategy aligned with business goals across the Amplifiers & Modems business.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the engineering department.
• Coordinate with product development, program management, operations, sales, and marketing teams to execute the business strategy.
• Oversee large multi-disciplinary projects, including software, hardware, FPGA, and RF.
• Collaborate with senior engineering management to define processes and group goals.
• Drive the design, development, and release of digital, RF, and software engineering projects.
• Ensure efficient product development processes and adherence to quality standards.
• Manage resources effectively to meet project timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Ensure operational effectiveness, review results, and allocate resources effectively.
• Foster organizational communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Manage team performance and development, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance
• Support sales and marketing with customer relations by providing technical advice.
• Support capture efforts with proposals, white papers and reviewing cost estimates.
• Travel as required for business needs and represent the company in external engagements.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, software, or systems engineering or related disciplines. Master's degree in business or technical discipline preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of leadership experience, including team management and strategic planning.
• Fifteen or more years of professional work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications :

• Experience in SATCOM communication system design, hardware and/or software engineering, or RF engineering.
• Experience in product engineering, design for manufacturing, and embedded systems.
• Highly knowledgeable in Satellite Communications or Telecommunications industries.
• Intimate knowledge of the culture of the US Department of Defense is preferred.
• Understanding of tactical communications and the military's requirements process.
• Active Top Secret clearance or held within the last 2 years.

Problem-solving and Communication:

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to create processes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including customer interactions and technical sections in Government RFPs.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.