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Survivability Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

GM Defense

Defense Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

Survivability & Armor Engineering * Computer Aided Engineering * Design & Release Engineering Why GM Defense? * Work on cutting‑edge defense technologies and tactical vehicle solutions * Help ...

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General Motors

Defense Engineer

Milford, MI · On-site

Survivability & Armor Engineering * Computer Aided Engineering * Design & Release Engineering Why GM Defense? * Work on cutting-edge defense technologies and tactical vehicle solutions * Help bridge ...

General Motors

Defense Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

Survivability & Armor Engineering * Computer Aided Engineering * Design & Release Engineering Why GM Defense? * Work on cutting-edge defense technologies and tactical vehicle solutions * Help bridge ...

General Motors

Defense Engineer

Milford, MI · On-site

Survivability & Armor Engineering * Computer Aided Engineering Design & Release Engineering Why GM Defense? * Work on cutting‑edge defense technologies and tactical vehicle solutions * Help bridge ...

General Motors

Defense Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

Survivability & Armor Engineering * Computer Aided Engineering * Design & Release Engineering Why GM Defense? * Work on cutting-edge defense technologies and tactical vehicle solutions * Help bridge ...

Niowave Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$89K - $107K/yr

Niowave is an engineering playground where you will be engaged in supporting processes across multiple major programs that have a direct impact on cancer patient survival. The Nuclear Engineer ...

Niowave Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

Niowave is an engineering playground where you will be engaged in problem solving on revolutionary systems that have a direct impact on cancer patient survival. Senior engineers provide expert level ...

Niowave

Mechanical Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

Niowave is an engineering playground where you will be engaged in problem solving on revolutionary systems that have a direct impact on cancer patient survival. Senior engineers provide expert level ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Sterling Heights, MI

... survivability equipment and weapon systems. * i) Design provisions for the addition of auxiliary ... Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college, university or ...

Attalon, Inc.

Manufacturing Engineer

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$65K - $125K/yr

S., Attalon engineers critical optical, laser, and coating technologies that enable systems to see farther, target faster, and survive the harshest environments. From high-energy directed laser ...

asrcfh

Mechanical Engineer

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

... survivability equipment and weapon systems. * i) Design provisions for the addition of auxiliary ... Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college, university or ...

Niowave, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

Niowave is an engineering playground where you will be engaged in problem solving on revolutionary systems that have a direct impact on cancer patient survival. Senior engineers provide expert level ...

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How much do survivability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for survivability engineer in Michigan is $100,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,300.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a survivability engineer?

A Survivability Engineer is responsible for enhancing the ability of military vehicles, aircraft, or systems to withstand and recover from threats such as ballistic impacts, electronic warfare, and cyberattacks. They analyze vulnerabilities, develop protective technologies, and integrate stealth, armor, and countermeasure systems. Their work involves threat assessment, materials research, and system design to improve mission effectiveness and crew safety. Survivability Engineers collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including defense contractors and military personnel, to ensure systems meet operational and safety requirements.

What do survivability engineers do?

As a Survivability Engineer, you’ll often be tasked with evaluating and improving the ability of military vehicles, aircraft, or naval vessels to withstand and recover from hostile threats or adverse environments. This may include conducting vulnerability assessments, developing protection solutions against ballistic or electronic attacks, and working closely with design, testing, and validation teams. A common challenge involves balancing system protection with performance and weight constraints, requiring innovative engineering solutions. You will also collaborate regularly across departments, including R&D, manufacturing, and field operations, making communication and teamwork essential. These experiences build strong foundations for advancement into leadership or specialized technical roles within the defense industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a survivability engineer?

To excel as a Survivability Engineer, you need a solid background in systems engineering, materials science, and threat analysis, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Experience with modeling and simulation software (such as MATLAB or ANSYS), and familiarity with military standards or certifications in defense systems, are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills set top candidates apart. These competencies are crucial because Survivability Engineers must evaluate and enhance system resilience against complex threats, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational effectiveness and safety.

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Infographic showing various Survivability Engineer job openings in Michigan as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,987 per year, or $48.6 per hour.

Chief Engineer - Survivability

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

AM General
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

AM General rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL
AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.
We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!
We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence
GENERAL SUMMARY
Manages all engineering activities within a department including design, development, production, and testing. Implements and maintains overall engineering objectives and initiatives. Confronts and solves performance/operational issues to improve development efficiency. Leads and develops the engineering team. Oversees a robust project management process and delivery timelines to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Monitors the status of projects and provides guidance to reporting engineers.
Directs and Assists in the design, development, test, and release of major vehicle body, armor and survivability components encompassing the incorporation of customer requirements and specifications. Interfaces with product design, prototype parts fabrication, vehicle build-up, test, ongoing development engineering and follow-up of initial and postproduction in the plant.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Chief Engineer may specialize in chassis, electrical, powertrain, armor, body and survivability, or systems engineering
  • Will act as technical lead with primary role of integrating cross-functionally through multiple departments during product development, defining, planning, tracking, and managing the project assigned
  • Has expertise to lead functional design reviews and key decisions as well as risk strategies for vehicle and project systems
  • Lead/Support programs that require extensive analysis and interpretation of specifications and standards applicable to vehicles and/or assemblies
  • Responsible for identifying key resources and providing the direction required for meeting the project objectives
  • Has appropriate technical expertise for transforming vehicle engineering systems concepts into prototypes for testing, validation and production, customer and supplier involvement through the life of the project
  • Must be able to understand and interpret requirements, specifications, and standards applicable to vehicles and/or assemblies, including understanding customer requirements, creating component requirements, and understanding supplier interfaces and schematics
  • Must be able to determine and coordinate the appropriate validation and verification of components
  • Be able to ensure all vehicle issues are identified, resolved, and documented during testing phases or product launches
  • Develop initial concepts of drawings that can be used for troubleshooting of issues, or be developed further for use in vehicle design and drawing releases.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, plant personnel, vendors with various stakeholders by communicating project status, issues and next steps
  • Willing and able to occasionally travel to test facilities or vendor facilities
  • Be able to direct and assist in creating basic tolerance stack-ups, performing linkage studies and ensuring proper fit of components

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
  • BSME, BSEE or equivalent, relevant materials engineering degree
  • Prefer 15+ years of engineering experience, preferably within military tactical vehicles, ground vehicles, or the defense industry. Experience to include vehicle design, test and overall development
  • Hands-on experience integrating armor into vehicle body structures
  • Familiarity will military specifications and standards preferred
  • Experience with armor and composite armor manufacturing processes and tooling
  • Experience with ballistic and blast threat testing
  • Experience in the areas of EMI/EMC is also a plus
  • Experience in the use and application of GD&T
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
  • Must be able to obtain security clearance

PHYSICAL EFFORT
  • Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
  • Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate
  • Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one's eyes with one's fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks
  • Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls
  • Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company's property surrounding facility, or additional work areas
  • Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance
  • Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
  • Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups
  • Stamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
  • Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
  • Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
  • Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
  • Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
  • Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Up to 30% travel may be required
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