Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salary in the United States

How much does a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence in the United States is $198,838 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $223,978
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $186,902 to $211,997
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $176,035
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Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $211,997 $17,666 $4,077 $102
Average $198,838 $16,570 $3,824 $96
25th Percentile $186,902 $15,575 $3,594 $90
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Key Factors That Influence Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salaries

A Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $153,787
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $177,102
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $197,870
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $231,778
  • Expert (over 8 years): $290,985
Levels Salary
Engineeri... Level Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence$153,787
Engineeri... Level Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence$177,102
Director ... Level Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence$197,870
VP of Eng... Level Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence$231,778
SVP of En... Level Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence$290,985
$153,787 0 yr
$177,102 < 2 yrs
$197,870 2-4 yrs
$231,778 5-8 yrs
$290,985 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Director Engineering&Delivery Excellences. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $220,153.
  • California: $219,318.
  • Massachusetts: $216,395.

Top Paying Cities for Director Engineering&Delivery Excellences

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $250,794
  • San Francisco: $248,048
  • Oakland: $242,821

What Skills Can Increase a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.97% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Software Engineering (Mentioned in 2.44% Job Postings): Software engineering is the application of engineering to the development of software in a systematic method. Notable definitions of software engineering include: "the systematic application of scientific and technological knowledge, methods, and experience to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software"—The Bureau of Labor Statistics—IEEE Systems and software engineering - Vocabulary "The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation, and maintenance of software"—IEEE Standard Glossary of Software Engineering Terminology "an engineering discipline that is concerned with all aspects of software production"—Ian Sommerville "the establishment and use of sound engineering principles in order to economically obtain software that is reliable and works efficiently on real machines"—Fritz Bauer
  • Plumbing (Mentioned in 1.88% Job Postings): Plumbing is any system that conveys fluids for a wide range of applications. Plumbing uses pipes, valves, plumbing fixtures, tanks, and other apparatuses to convey fluids. Heating and cooling (HVAC), waste removal, and potable water delivery are among the most common uses for plumbing, but it is not limited to these applications. The word derives from the Latin for lead, plumbum, as the first effective pipes used in the Roman era were lead pipes. In the developed world, plumbing infrastructure is critical to public health and sanitation. Boilermakers and pipefitters are not plumbers although they work with piping as part of their trade and their work can include some plumbing.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 10.97%
Software Engineering 2.44%
Plumbing 1.88%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's salary.
  • Machine Learning: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Product Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Open Source: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Machine Learning
$210,768
6%
Product Management
$208,780
5%
Open Source
$208,780
5%
Product Engineering
$208,780
5%
Software Engineering
$208,780
5%
Computer Science
$208,780
5%
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Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$238,606$115.020%
Biotechnology$238,606$115.020%
Chemicals$238,606$115.020%
Energy & Utilities$238,606$115.020%
Financial Services$238,606$115.020%

How Education impacts a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director Engineering&Delivery Excellences enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence with a Bachelor's Degree is between $193,964 and $204,362).

Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.5%
Associates 1.8%
Bachelors 37.5%
Masters 46.2%
Doctorate 11.8%
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Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence

Salaries for a Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $190,420 in 2023 to around $190,968 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence Over Time

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$190,420
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$193,646
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FAQ about Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Director Engineering&Delivery Excellence roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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