Structural Engineer IV

VTG Defense; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Washington, DC office. This pivotal role involves conducting engineering analyses to define and allocate UxV attributes, ensuring design integration, and providing Objective Quality Evidence (OQE). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly in R&D and systems acquisition related to shipbuilding and defense systems. With a competitive salary range and the opportunity to work on critical projects, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the defense sector.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional experience in engineering.
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering analyses to define UxV attributes.
• Ensure structures meet performance and stability requirements.

Skills

Engineering Analysis

UxV Attributes Definition

Design Integration

Objective Quality Evidence (OQE)

Material Requirements

Stability and Strength Calculation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a senior Engineer to support our Washington, DC office. Candidate will conduct engineering analyses to define and allocate UxV attributes, ensure design integration, and provide Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) through technical products. Responsibilities include ensuring structures meet performance, stability, and material requirements for shipbuilding programs.

What will you do?

• Perform engineering analyses of customer mission and performance requirements to define UxV attributes in engineering terms.

• Perform engineering studies leading to the allocation of UxV attributes to UxV systems in terms of design direction, performance, configuration, space and weight, and arrangement.

• Perform design and engineering studies to identify the degree of UxV systems integration required to meet the mission requirements.

• Provide Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) of designs in the form of technical products such as drawings, conceptual and product engineering designs, calculations, schematics, reports, etc.

• Ensure structures can withstand the stresses and pressures imposed by use and the environment.

• Calculate stability, strength and rigidity and make sure the right materials are used for shipbuilding programs.

Do you have what it takes?

Required skills:

• Bachelor's level degree in Engineering

• 10 years - 15 years of professional experience

• Relevant engineering experience related R&D, T&E, and systems acquisition programs.

• Must have active DoD Top Secret Clearance and ability to sustain one

Preferred skills:

• Master's level degree in Engineering

• Professional Engineer License

• 15 or more years of professional experience

• Relevant engineering experience related R&D, T&E, and systems acquisition programs for Navy shipbuilding and defense systems.

This position is contingent upon contract award

Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $85,000- $150,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.