Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist

ARA Career; Raleigh (NC); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking a Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist to develop and integrate physics-based and ML-driven models in a 3D environment.

You will verify and validate models across a range of fidelity, from fast physics-based tools to high-fidelity simulations, while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes strong C++ development, Python/Java skills, and a passion for learning; you will work in our Raleigh, NC

Formación

• BS in Engineering with 5–7 years of experience or MS with 3–5 years or PhD with 0–2 years.
• Strong interest in modeling and simulation software in C++.
• Experience with Python, Java or similar high level languages.
• Significant experience applying principles of structural dynamics.
• Desire to work in a dynamic team environment.

Responsabilidades

• Develop or integrate a wide variety of models into modeling and simulation software.
• Perform verification and validation on the models to ensure realism.
• Work on models spanning fast-running to high-fidelity CFD/FEA domains.
• Continuously learn and grow expertise in new areas as projects evolve.

Conocimientos

C++

Python

Java

Structural dynamics

Teamwork

Educación

BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Herramientas

Git

Bitbucket

GitLab

Descripción del empleo

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Nuclear Weapons Effects Modeling & Simulation Engineer/Scientist

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• Full-Time
• Requisition #: NUCLE010145

Description

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. 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. As an engineer on our team, your day-to-day work will consist of developing or integrating a wide variety of models into our modeling and simulation software and performing verification & validation on the models to ensure that they produce realistic results. As a research and development program, the nature of our work varies from month to month and year to year: You will be continuously challenged to learn and grow expertise in new areas.

The most successful candidates have a strong technical background in engineering and a desire to continue expanding their knowledge. Expertise (and desire!) in writing robust and performant software is also highly desirable. If this describes you, please apply! You will be required to work in the office 3 days a week in our Raleigh, NC office.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering with 5-7 years of experience or Masters of Science in Engineering with 3-5 years of relevant experience or PhD in Engineering with 0-2 years of experience.
• A strong interest in and ability to develop modeling and simulation software in C++.
• Expertise in other high level programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, etc.).
• Significant academic or professional experience applying principles of structural dynamics.
• A 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:

Above all, we value passion, a continuous desire to learn, and teamwork. We are confident that if you possess the right attitude, work ethic, and skill set, that you will succeed in the role. In addition to the experience and skills above, if you have any of the following you will be able to accelerate your effectiveness and impact.

• Masters of Science in Engineering with 3-5 years of relevant experience or PhD in Engineering with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with software design patterns, modern C++, agile software development practices, and code configuration management (e.g. Git, BitBucket, GitLab).
• Expertise in DoD modeling and simulation technology, structural dynamics, nuclear weapon effects, ground shock environments, geotechnical characterization, and/or probabilistic analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written mediums with technical and non-technical audiences.

Company & Division Information:

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. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,000 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical 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.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging and innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.

Education

Bachelor of Science or better in Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Master of Science or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

5-7 years: Relevant work experience with Bachelors of Science.

Preferred

Less than 2 years: Relevant work experience with PhD.

3-5 years: Relevant work experience with Masters of Science.

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