Air Vehicle Design Engineer

Seeking Engineer with 5+ years of development experience to contribute to and lead applied product development programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Qualified Candidates will be able to support the following:Lead aircraft configuration and integration from concept through detailed designLead definition and analysis of vehicle requirementsPerform aircraft conceptual design and sizing for derivative and clean sheet aircraftLead configuration and integration of aerodynamic design, preliminary structural design layouts, systems sizing, and systems arrangements in a team environmentPerform aircraft aerodynamics and performance analysis within a variety of modeling environmentsSupport implementation of aircraft stability and control Implement open-source flight control and associated mission planning software Establish aircraft geometryPerform trade studies on systems and components of advanced concepts and aerospace platforms Lead and coordinate within a multi-disciplinary engineering team Present detailed data and design recommendations based on findings and prepare reports, presentations, drawings, and other engineering dataPossess FAA 107 Drone Pilot License or ability to obtain desiredOther duties may be assignedTo be successful in CRG Defense's corporate culture, Qualified Candidates must also be able:Perform in the dynamic environment of a growing small businessWork in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environmentParticipate in multiple technical programs at once (typically 3 or 4 programs simultaneously)Apply a get-it-done, and get-it-done-right mindset coupled with attention to detailApply proactive and reactive problem-solving skills: Be a self-starterQuickly understand new technology areas and manage and adapt to rapidly changing needsCommunicate technical results, plans, and issues with internal and external customers, including presenting and writing reports and proposalsSupport pursuit of new business opportunities through proposal writing, opportunity identification and participation in meetingsStay current in technology advancements and embrace growth opportunitiesRequirementsExclusive US citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance is requiredBachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of STEM related engineering experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience or STEM PhD with 0 years of experience5 years of experience supporting the design and modeling of advanced air vehicle conceptsBenefitsEligible employees of CRG Defense have access to a wealth of health, wellness, and work-life balance benefits, including:• Medical, dental, and vision insurance• PTO: 5 weeks of annual paid time off• Paid holidays (federal holiday schedule)• Family-friendly schedule flexibility• Health savings account (HSA)• Flexible savings account (FSA)• Short- and long-term disability• Group term life• Voluntary term life• 401(k) retirement account with employer match contribution• Wellness incentive opportunities• Casual, flexible, and hybrid 50/50 work environment (based on position responsibilities)• Free coffee and soft drinks in the office• Social events• Free parkingSalary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experienceOUR COMPANYCRG Defense, near Dayton, Ohio, is an Aerospace and Defense company that develops and delivers innovative, customer-focused technology solutions.When you join our dynamic and rapidly-growing organization, you will collaborate closely within our multi-disciplinary team of Engineers and Scientists to rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across a broad range of technology areas, including our core business areas: Aerospace Systems quiet electric propulsion; electric aircraft systems; design-build-fly prototypes Power and Energy battery technology; portable power systems; power conversion, management, and distribution; vehicle electrification Advanced Materials and Manufacturing composite design and fabrication; high temperature material and process development Human, Health and AI Patient care; wearables; environment monitoring and protection, and ML/AI developmentThe environment is dynamic but highly flexible with many exciting problem-solving opportunities and room to define future areas of technical growth for the organization.WHO ARE WE?CRG Defense's multidisciplinary team has successfully tackled our customers' most challenging problems with discipline, creativity and flexibility in core business areas including aerospace systems, power and energy, advanced materials and manufacturing, and Human, Health, and AI. This has resulted in CRG Defense being recognized as a leader in innovation, in technology commercialization, and in providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. Because of the nature of our work, exclusive U.S. citizenship is required for employment, and employees may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance. To learn more about us, please visit: . OUR VALUESOur employees are our most important assets. Our team mentality is key to our success. We value:-Honesty and Integrity-Respect and Dedication-Innovation and Collaboration-Humility, Agility, and WillWe run fast but value work-life balance and flexibility. Our entrepreneurial / intrapreneurial mindset fosters our growth.CRG Defense is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-04-02