Staff Engineer, Field Tests & Analysis Lead

Applied Research Associates, Inc; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) invites applications for a Staff Engineer in the Test Technology Division's Hard Target Mechanics group at Kirtland AFB, NM.

The role blends field testing with engineering analysis across energetic materials, ground shock, cratering, airblast, and structural/thermal effects. The position offers hands-on field work, opportunities to lead small teams, and collaborative problem solving for national security challenges.

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support field testing and engineering analysis.
• Provide field engineering support for test events and data collection.
• Lead small teams of engineers and technicians on field assignments.
• Analyze field data and develop applied engineering solutions.
• Author technical reports and briefings for customers.
• Collaborate with internal and customer teams; may interact with clients.

Skills

Engineering background

Field testing

Multi-tasking

Security clearance ability

Education

BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

BS in Physics/Geophysics/Geosciences

MS degree (thesis preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) invites applications for a Staff Engineer in the Test Technology Division's Hard Target Mechanics group at Kirtland AFB, NM.

The role blends field testing with engineering analysis across energetic materials, ground shock, cratering, airblast, and structural/thermal effects. The position offers hands-on field work, opportunities to lead small teams, and collaborative problem solving for national security challenges.