Protective Design Engineer - On-Site, Security-Cleared

Ara; Suffolk, Alexandria (VA, VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ARA is seeking an experienced protective design engineer to join our Southern Division. This on-site role can be based in Vicksburg, MS or Alexandria, VA, with occasional travel.

You will perform static and dynamic structural analyses, prepare calculation packages, and interact with clients to develop new markets. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Aerospace/Mechanical Eng with 5–7 years of related experience is required; advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Aerospace, or Mechanical Eng with emphasis in structural dynamics and design.
• 5-7 years of related experience; advanced degree preferred with 3-5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of finite element methods and software incl. MathCad, SAP2000, LS-DYNA, AutoCAD.
• Experience in dynamic, non-linear structural analysis and 3-D modeling.
• Must be independent, self-motivated, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Position requires a security clearance; government investigation required.
• GPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00.
• Interest in project management and business development is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple to complex structural analysis and design using FE and DOF methods.
• Analyze static and dynamic response for extreme events with engineers.
• Prepare calculation packages and technical reports of analysis and recommendations.
• Limited travel may be involved for site information collection.
• Interact with clients and develop business with new clients and markets.
• Support project management and business development activities.

Skills

Structural analysis

Dynamic analysis

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Security clearance

Education

Engineering degree (Civil/Structural/Aerospace/Mechanical)

GPA 3.0

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MathCad

SAP2000

LS-DYNA

AutoCAD

Job description

ARA is seeking an experienced protective design engineer to join our Southern Division. This on-site role can be based in Vicksburg, MS or Alexandria, VA, with occasional travel.

You will perform static and dynamic structural analyses, prepare calculation packages, and interact with clients to develop new markets. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Aerospace/Mechanical Eng with 5–7 years of related experience is required; advanced degree preferred.