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Mechanical Engineer

Richmond, TX

... survive in real-world vehicle applications. This person should be comfortable moving between CAD design, prototype evaluation, testing, supplier coordination, and hands-on troubleshooting. The ...

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Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Katy, TX · On-site

$90K - $119K/yr

... shock/vibration survivability in extreme drilling environments. Working as part of a tightly ... Collaborate closely with the Electronics Engineer, Firmware Engineer, and MWD Development Lead to ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for survivability engineer in Texas is $107,946.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,300.00 and $141,100.00 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 Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,946 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Principal, Electrical Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney

Richardson, TX • On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

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Job Overview

Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Environmental Effects Engineering (EEE) organization and support the Nuclear Effects Survivability Team. The role involves driving nuclear radiation characterization testing of electronics used in radio and display systems to ensure survivability in environments such as Total Ionizing Dose (TID), Neutron Displacement Damage (NDD), Gamma Dose Rate (DR), and Single Event Effects (SEE). The position requires a U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top Secret DoD security clearance.

Location

Richardson, Texas – Onsite. Domestic travel up to 25% (foreign travel possible).

Responsibilities
  • Design, document, test, and troubleshoot electrical hardware.
  • Evaluate radiation response of semiconductor devices including MOSFETs, DC/DC converters, FPGAs, and DDR memory components.
  • Advise on parts selection based on internal and external test data.
  • Develop test plans, conduct tests, and produce detailed reports.
  • Lead program personnel through test procedures to meet cost and schedule constraints.
  • Execute radiation effects testing events at external facilities.
  • Serve as a technical reference and subject‑matter expert on radiation effects.
  • Drive improvements to Collins’ radiation test capabilities following industry best practices.
Qualifications
  • U.S. citizenship with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret DoD security clearance.
  • Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years experience.
  • Electrical testing experience: test design, troubleshooting, execution, analysis, and reporting.
  • Circuit design experience: schematic capture, PCB layout, and board design guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Experience with digital design and familiarity with RF concepts or RF test equipment.
  • Hands‑on troubleshooting with laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power meters.
  • Knowledge of test automation using LabVIEW or Python.
  • Understanding of semiconductor device operation and basic nuclear physics concepts relevant to electronic parts.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and perform statistical analysis of test data.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations.
  • Proficiency in managing tasks and meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives with minimal oversight.
Salary and Benefits

Salary range: 107,500USD – 204,500USD.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
  • Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Student loan repayment program.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Optional pet, home, and auto insurance; additional life and accident insurance; critical illness insurance; group legal and ID theft protection.
  • Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning assistance.
  • Adoption Assistance.
  • Autism Benefit Program.
  • Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards, Doctor on Demand, and virtual doctor visits.
  • Bright Horizons for child and elder care services.
  • Teladoc Medical Experts and second opinion program.
  • Potential relocation assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employment

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with federal regulations.

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