Lead Aircraft Survivability Engineer

2 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Velos Full time
Job Overview

Velos is a comprehensive engineering and technical services firm, as well as a government relations consulting entity, representing key players in the defense, aerospace, intelligence, and associated sectors. As a certified HUBZone company, Velos integrates technical expertise into the execution of corporate strategies and business development initiatives, delivering reliable, cost-effective, and impactful solutions. Our clientele includes prominent agencies such as NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Department of Defense (DoD).


We are currently in search of a Lead Aircraft Survivability Engineer to enhance our team. In this role, you will provide engineering expertise to support the development and testing of cutting-edge aircraft technologies. Daily interactions with Air Force program managers and industry experts across various domains (air, space, cyber) will be essential as you assist the government with technical evaluations, strategic planning, and engineering assessments.

This position requires an on-site presence in the Washington DC area, along with frequent travel within the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist system engineers in formulating aircraft survivability specifications.
  • Evaluate and critique aircraft survivability specifications.
  • Contribute to the creation of aircraft survivability test plans.
  • Analyze test data from survivability assessments and evaluations.
  • Deliver performance evaluations.
  • Support the design of survivability support subsystems to improve aircraft maintainability.
  • Collaborate with contractors and government engineering and testing personnel.

Required Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 10 years of specialized experience demonstrating a thorough understanding of all technical aspects related to aircraft survivability (e.g., visual, audio, infrared, and radio frequency).
  • Proven experience in systems engineering related to the design, development, and testing of processes, technologies, and subsystems pertinent to aircraft survivability.
  • Specific knowledge of classified testing and evaluation capabilities used to develop advanced aircraft features.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Fixed-wing aircrew (pilot or NFO).
  • Background in US Navy or US Marine Corps (as opposed to USAF).
  • Knowledge of Low Observable (LO) technologies.
  • Familiarity with acquisition processes.
  • Completion of Weapons School.

Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline.

Clearance Requirements:

  • Possession of an active TOP SECRET clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and prior Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
  • U.S. Citizenship is mandatory for this position.

At Velos, which translates to "arrow" in Greek, we embody agility and exceptional talent in engineering and technical support, coupled with extensive market analysis and strategic planning expertise. We are committed to delivering invaluable capabilities from strategy formulation through program execution. Whether leading initiatives or collaborating as part of a team, Velos consistently achieves its objectives.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401K plan, and health benefits. We recognize that our team members are more than just their roles, which is why we support educational advancement through our tuition reimbursement program.


Velos is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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