Full-Time
Senior Engineer
Posted on 9/4/2025
XLA
11-50 employees
Program lifecycle management and engineering support
No salary listed
Washington, DC, USA
In Person
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- Experience performing multiple advanced and complex tasks in the interdisciplinary field of engineering and engineering management focusing on how to design and integrate complex projects over their lifecycles
- Experience ensuring all concept plan documents are compliant with DHS Design, Engineering and Construction guidelines, regulations, and other mandatory requirements
- Experience with the design and construction of new Sensitive Compartment Information Facilities (SCIF), and renovations of existing facilities
- Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years minimum experience and 2 years of Federal experience supporting engineering tasks on special projects
- Professional Engineering certification required
- Provide all aspects of design and engineering to include civil/structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, fire protection/life safety, and HVAC for the design of renovations and new construction of DHS leased and owned facilities
- Provide all aspects of engineering services, including travel (site visits), management, administration, coordination, and development of design documents required to support construction, installation, testing, startup, and commissioning associated with each project in accordance with the requisites of this SOW and all DHS standards, requirements, and regulations
- The design and engineering deliverables will include drawings, construction specifications, procurement specifications, calculations, and cost estimates
XLA provides government services focused on Program Lifecycle Management, Engineering & Technical Solutions, and International Program Support. It helps agencies manage entire programs—from planning and engineering to execution and international coordination—through ongoing project management, technical expertise, and tailored support. The company works by aligning customer needs with project resources, managing scope, costs, and deliverables, and ensuring accurate, timely data and reporting to meet contract requirements. XLA differentiates itself through its award-winning track record, global staffing (250 employees worldwide), and its emphasis on meeting evolving government demands with reliable performance and international program capabilities. Its goal is to help government agencies stretch budgets and handle increasing service demand by delivering consistent, well-managed programs and outcomes.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
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Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- James Vant leverages Agile and DevSecOps expertise from Octo to modernize federal IT.
- Halifax Group backing fuels XLA expansion under Vant since April 2026.
- Vant's P&L leadership at Octo targets high-value DoD and Intelligence contracts.
What critics are saying
- Gary Slack's retirement severs homeland security relationships, losing 20-30% renewals in 6-12 months.
- Halifax pressures risky bids against Booz Allen Hamilton, eroding cybersecurity margins in 6-12 months.
- eTelligent Group captures 15% of XLA's data analytics share using Vant's insider knowledge in 12-24 months.
What makes XLA unique
- XLA delivers cybersecurity and data analytics exclusively to US federal agencies.
- XLA supports homeland security and disaster relief missions for over 30 years.
- XLA provides international program support alongside technical solutions.
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XLA, a cybersecurity and data management provider serving the US federal government, has appointed James Vant as chief executive officer. Vant previously served as president of eTelligent Group and held senior leadership roles at Octo, an IBM company, where he managed profit and loss responsibilities and led strategic integration efforts. The Vienna, Virginia-based company provides cybersecurity, data analytics, technical solutions and international programme support services to federal agencies. Founded over 30 years ago, XLA has supported missions including homeland security, disaster relief and cybersecurity incidents. Vant succeeds Gary Slack, who is retiring after a decade leading the company. Lloyd Mustin, XLA's chairman and founder, cited Vant's two decades of experience in government services and IT as key qualifications for driving the company's next growth phase.
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