Senior Engineer/Scientist 1 - Structural Energetics Effects Phenomenology Testing Lead

Applied Research Associates, Inc. • Albuquerque, NM • 9h ago

Description

Are you interested in leading and advancing Energetics Effects Phenomenology Testing programs and capture efforts? Do you have experience with CFD/CSD modeling and fielding of explosives tests? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Engineer or Senior Scientist to serve as a Lead for our Hard Target Mechanics Group within the Test Technology Division in Albuquerque, NM. Join us in developing innovative solutions to design energetic systems and develop structural designs that withstand shock physics effects. You will assess the performance of design concepts through comprehensive test and evaluation programs, collecting high-quality data to support critical mission needs.

This position will include a mix of technical, leadership, business development, and program management skills. The ideal candidate will apply leadership skills with our technical team to plan, test, and evaluate advanced systems for the Defense Industry and Protective Construction. You will apply your subject matter expertise and leadership skills to execute our group vision, growth strategy, and work with our teams of engineers, scientists, and technicians. You will manage projects and be responsible for project planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and proposals. Come join an exciting employee-owned company solving complex problems of national security.

As a Structural Energetics Effects Phenomenology Testing Lead with ARA you will:

Test and evaluate effectiveness of energetic systems.

Design, predict, and conduct energetic effects phenomenology testing to evaluate the vulnerability of structures such as hardened columns and blast doors.

Plan and safely execute technology demonstrations and field-testing campaigns.

Analyze data and perform calculations to support customers in understanding phenomenology and structure response.

Author comprehensive technical reports to describe test methods, interpret data, report findings, and provide recommendations.

Contribute to proposals and lead new program capture.

Work with the defense industry and military customers.

Structural Energetics Effects Phenomenology Testing Lead Requirements:

US citizen with an active DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.

MS or Meng. in mechanical engineering, civil/structural engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field.

Able to lead teams, programs, and business areas.

Ability to handle technical project planning & monthly reporting including financials.

Team player with excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ability to understand and solve complex problems.

Interest in learning new engineering tools and strong system engineering background.

Structural Energetics Effects Phenomenology Testing Lead Preferences:

Active DoD SECRET or higher security clearance.

Experience working with DoD test and evaluation programs.

Understanding of DoD acquisitions processes.

Computational modeling and simulation skillset specific to energetics modeling and structural response

Job Location:

Onsite at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, NM

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Masters or better in Engineering

Experience

Required

6-8 years: Relevant work experience.

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