Senior Design Engineer 1

ARA Brand; Florida; Hybrid; USD 109.000 - 182.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

FSA & HSA options

Paid leave and holidays

Zusammenfassung

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Senior Design Engineer for the Concept Development Group in Albuquerque, NM or Shalimar, FL, with remote options for the right candidate.

You will design, develop, test, and verify mechanical systems and weapon subsystems, mentor engineers, and collaborate with modeling, analysis, and manufacturing teams to move concepts from prototype through qualification. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical design, weapons development, and

Qualifikationen

• U.S. Citizenship required due to sensitive information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• At least 10 years of related work experience.
• Proven CAD/drafting expertise and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to produce product and structural requirements and designs.
• Ability to calculate dimensions, weight, and material requirements.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, test, and analyze mechanical products and systems.
• Perform design evaluations on weapons systems.
• Conduct dimensional tolerance and functional analyses.
• Procure, assemble, and test advanced prototypes.
• Present designs at design reviews using Word/PowerPoint.
• Ensure designs satisfy requirements through verification and validation.
• Mentor junior engineers and cross-train other fields.

Kenntnisse

CAD drafting

Leadership

Team collaboration

Engineering design

Dimensional analysis

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Job Category : Engineering Support Services

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our Concept Development Group (CDG), located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. CDG boasts a multidisciplinary team of engineers performing research, development, and analysis and test for developmental weapon programs. CDG creates designs for novel and legacy weapon systems for Department of War programs supporting our warfighters. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment that supports professional growth and development.

The Senior Design Engineer will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, integration, and verification of advanced mechanical systems and weapon subsystems. This individual will work closely with modeling and simulation engineers, systems engineers, analysts, test engineers, manufacturing personnel, and program leadership to develop solutions from concept through prototype demonstration and qualification.

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled engineer with extensive experience in mechanical design, weapons development, design verification, prototype fabrication, and technical leadership.

Job Location: Albuquerque, NM or Shalimar, FL. Remote work may be available for the right candidate.

Essential Functions:

• Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems using applied engineering principles, including solid and fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Perform engineering design evaluations on weapons systems.
• Perform dimensional tolerance analysis and functional analyses.
• Procure, assemble, and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance.
• Prepare and present designs at various design reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Produce other required design documentation.
• Assist in the development of requirements for hardware.
• Ensure designs satisfy requirements and demonstrate performance in a thorough verification and validation program.
• Perform trade studies for technology development.
• Analyze data and make recommendations for improvement.
• Understand nominal and off-nominal operations for a technical system and its interaction(s) with other systems.
• Manage multiple issues at one time and develop an integrated solution.
• Work with fabrication and manufacturing departments to ensure final design is properly executed in the creation of mechanical products.
• Be agile and willing to assist in all areas of the development process to meet project milestones.
• Mentor junior engineers and cross train other engineering fields.

Basic Qualifications:

• This position requires U.S. Citizenshipdue to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Education:Must have abachelor’s degreein the field ofMechanical or Aerospace Engineering,or a related field.
• Years of Experience:Must haveat least 10years of recent and related work experience.
• Candidate must possess excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, leadership, and team working skills.
• Demonstrated skill in using computer-aided design (CAD)/drafting equipment and software in design work.
• Demonstrated ability tocollaboratewellwith peers and cross-functional teamsand external customers.
• Produce product and structural requirements and designs
• Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials
• Describe production methods step-by-step (including equipment and software types to be used)

Required Skills:

• Hands-on familiarity with Department of War components.
• Experience using established engineering principles in the designanddevelopmentoflifecriticalcomponentsforuse inextreme environments.
• Experience with qualification and acceptance testing.
• Active SECRET Clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to navigate and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and interface requirements.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex system behaviors.
• Good math and GDT&E skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with engineers, program management, and government customers.
• Able and willing to work in an agile development environment.
• Able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Able to clearly communicate, express, and understand complex information.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Various insurance options including Flexible Spending Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid leave and holidays.

Compensation Pay Range: From $109,200 to $182,020 USD per year based on years of experience, degree and any special skills and knowledge that they may bring to the position.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company known for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We were founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979 as the disco era was, thankfully, closing out and the personal computer era was beginning. We employ over 2,300 professionals and continue to grow. ARA offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software, and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

ARA takes pride in having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets, so we give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. The company realizes employee ownership spawn’s greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Thought Provoking

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

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

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

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

Bachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

10 years:

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