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Leidos

Senior Nuclear Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$102K - $122K/yr

Nuclear Hardness & Survivability * Analyze the effects of nuclear weapons on facilities ... Prepare detailed technical reports, engineering assessments, and executive-level briefings on ...

Via Logic LLC

Principal Civil Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$130 - $160/hr

Principal Civil Engineer (TS/SCI Required) Location: Reston, VA Leidos is seeking an accomplished ... Evaluate the structural design, geological overburden, and survivability of underground facilities ...

Leidos

Principal Civil Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Weapons Effects & Survivability: Experience or training in blast mitigation, weapons effects, or ... Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of rock mechanics, tunneling engineering, or geomechanics as ...

Leidos

Principal Civil Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Weapons Effects & Survivability: Experience or training in blast mitigation, weapons effects, or ... Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of rock mechanics, tunneling engineering, or geomechanics as ...

Leidos

Civil Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Weapons Effects & Survivability: Experience or training in blast mitigation, weapons effects, or ... Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of rock mechanics, tunneling engineering, or geomechanics as ...

Leidos

Civil Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Weapons Effects & Survivability: Experience or training in blast mitigation, weapons effects, or ... Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of rock mechanics, tunneling engineering, or geomechanics as ...

Leidos

Senior Civil Engineer - TS/SCI Poly

Reston, VA · On-site

$108K - $149K/yr

Weapons Effects & Survivability: Experience or training in blast mitigation, weapons effects, or ... Geotechnical Engineering: Knowledge of rock mechanics, tunneling engineering, or geomechanics as ...

Zel Technologies

Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

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Evaluate new mechanical hardware and integration approaches to improve autonomy, survivability, and environmental performance. * Support trade-off studies, risk assessments, value engineering, and ...

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How much do survivability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for survivability engineer in Virginia is $114,871.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,300.00 and $150,200.00 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 Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,871 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

E01-J01 Senior Technical Lead - Air Launched Effects & Aircraft Survivability

EXPANSIA

Newport News, VA • On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Start Date: Immediate 

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.     

 
OVERVIEW 
Full-time/Permanent Employee  
Location: Tidewater, VA Region 

 

JHNA/Aether Aerospace is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Lead to provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise supporting U.S. Army Aviation modernization initiatives. This position serves as a trusted advisor to Government customers and internal engineering teams across Air Launched Effects (ALE), Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE), Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), payload integration, Electronic Warfare (EW), and advanced aviation technologies.

The ideal candidate combines deep Army Aviation operational experience with Army acquisition knowledge and systems engineering expertise to help guide programs from concept development through fielding while supporting strategic customer engagement, technical planning, and cross-functional integration.

 
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serve as the technical advisor for Air Launched Effects (ALE), Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE), Electronic Warfare (EW), payload integration, and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) initiatives.
  • Provide subject matter expertise supporting U.S. Army Aviation customers throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with Government program offices, engineering teams, industry partners, and military stakeholders to develop technical solutions supporting mission requirements.
  • Support systems engineering activities including requirements development, technical evaluations, integration planning, risk identification, and capability assessments.
  • Assist with the development and review of acquisition documentation including:
  • Capability Development Documents (CDD)
  • Capability Production Documents (CPD)
  • Initial Capability Documents (ICD)
  • System specifications
  • Interface agreements
  • Technical reports
  • Engineering documentation
  • Provide technical input during design reviews, milestone reviews, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and customer working groups.
  • Support payload integration activities across multiple Army Aviation platforms.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations supporting modernization initiatives.
  • Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, configuration management, cybersecurity, and program management organizations.
  • Develop technical briefings and present recommendations to senior military leaders, acquisition officials, and executive leadership.
  • Support business development efforts by identifying future customer requirements and technology opportunities.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Candidate must possess an Active DoD Secret Clearance

Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aviation, Computer Science, or related technical discipline. 10+ years of experience supporting Army Aviation programs.

  • Experience supporting Army Acquisition programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following:
  • Air Launched Effects (ALE)
  • Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE)
  • Electronic Warfare (EW)
  • Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS)
  • Payload Integration
  • Aviation Mission Systems
  • Experience supporting Program Executive Office Aviation (PEO Aviation), PM Aviation, or related Army organizations.
  • Experience collaborating with Government program offices, engineering organizations, and operational stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior leadership.
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. 
Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.