This role pays less than
92%
of similar roles. Most pay
$161,700–$215,500
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$117k
versus about
$189k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.
General Dynamics currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
$124,093–$150,385
across 984 roles with salary data.
As a Lead DS Engineer, you will join the IT Infrastructure and Operations team to support the BIM contract. You will lead and supervise OSP/ISP, fiber optic, and communication closet engineers while managing agency and subcontractor labor through daily direction, quality assurance, and conflict resolution. This role serves as the primary engineering liaison to government stakeholders, where you will coordinate base access, installation schedules, and material deployment. You will validate engineering deliverables like drawings and risk assessments while leading design reviews for distribution systems workstreams. The role requires expertise in fiber technologies, TIA/EA, UFC, I3A, and CEL requirements. Key skills include OSP construction, fiber design, and telecommunications room infrastructure. You will solve complex problems related to large-scale communications modernization projects within a Department of Defense network environment.