Senior Structural Modeler for Defense Systems

ARA; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Structural Modeler Engineer to support R&D efforts and develop new business in structural characterization of facilities. You will lead design, analysis, and BIM workflows, producing precise calculations and detailed drawings.

The role emphasizes mentoring engineers, guiding projects to on-time, on-budget delivery, and presenting findings to government stakeholders. TS clearance and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or similar field.
• 5–7 years solving DoD or industry structural engineering problems.
• Experience in structural engineering practice and BIM workflows.
• Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks and AutoCAD with clash detection.
• Ability to communicate technical analyses clearly and write reports.
• TS clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Characterize the structure of large and small facilities including complex designs.
• Perform reverse engineering and precise load calculations and sizing.
• Create detailed drawings and construction documents.
• Lead projects from concept to completion and manage budgets.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with managers, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Structural engineering

Team leadership

Technical communication

Clash detection

BIM workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Structural Modeler Engineer to support R&D efforts and develop new business in structural characterization of facilities. You will lead design, analysis, and BIM workflows, producing precise calculations and detailed drawings.

The role emphasizes mentoring engineers, guiding projects to on-time, on-budget delivery, and presenting findings to government stakeholders. TS clearance and US citizenship are required.