Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist

ARA Brand; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Encouragement of creativity and innovation

Job summary

Ara is looking for a Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist based in Raleigh, North Carolina. You'll develop engineering and physics-based methodologies for modeling and simulation, applying traditional methods and machine learning to enhance national security.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Science or Engineering with several years of relevant experience, strong programming skills, and a desire to collaborate within a dynamic team environment. Join us!

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years with a Master's, or 0-2 years with a PhD.
• Strong interest in developing modeling and simulation software in high-level languages.
• Desire to work in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate various models into simulation software.
• Perform verification and validation to ensure realistic results.
• Learn and grow expertise in new areas.

Skills

Developing modeling and simulation software

C++

Python

Java

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Science or Engineering

Master of Science

PhD in Science

Job description

Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist

Job Category: Engineering Support Services

Requisition Number: NUCLE009889

• Full‑Time

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Applied Research Associates, Inc. has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist who will support our growing business in modeling and simulation of physical phenomena within a 3D geometric modeling environment linked to a geographic information system (GIS). We apply traditional physical modeling approaches as well as machine learning to solve critical problems. As a member of our diverse, multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for developing engineering and physics‑based methodologies, analytical algorithms, and software tools that strengthen our national security.

Our work focuses on modeling a diverse range of phenomena including air blast, ground shock, and structural response modeling. Our models span a wide range of fidelity, from fast‑running physics‑based models to high‑fidelity computational fluid dynamics, molecular dynamics, and finite element approaches. In this role you will develop or integrate a variety of models into our simulation software and perform verification and validation to ensure realistic results. You will be continuously challenged to learn and grow expertise in new areas.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Science or Engineering with 5‑7 years of experience, Master of Science with 3‑5 years, or PhD with 0‑2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong interest in developing modeling and simulation software in high‑level languages (e.g., C++, Python, Java).
• Desire to work in a dynamic team environment.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• The nature of work, interactions with intelligence community and DoD programs require eligibility to apply for and hold a US security clearance (selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment).

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Master of Science with 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
• PhD with 0‑2 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in DoD modeling and simulation technology, structural dynamics, nuclear weapon effects, ground shock environments, geotechnical characterization, and/or probabilistic analysis.
• Familiarity with software design patterns, modern C++, and agile software development practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written mediums with technical and non‑technical audiences.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee‑owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. Founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, the company employs over 2,223 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices across the United States and Canada provide a broad range of expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

Employees are eligible for contributions through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company culture encourages creativity, initiative, and innovation.

Education

• Bachelor of Science or better in Science or a related field.
• Preferred: Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy in Science or a related field.

Experience

• 5‑7 years with a Bachelor of Science.
• 3‑5 years with a Master of Science.
• 0‑2 years with a PhD.

Licenses & Certifications

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