Principal Engineering Specialist

2 weeks ago


Orlando, Florida, United States ARA Full time
Position Overview:
The Engineering Science Division at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is on the lookout for a Senior Engineer 1 to enhance our Aircraft Operating Surfaces (AOS) team.

In this role, you will act as a key authority in various domains including structures, pavements, maintenance, materials, and geotechnical engineering.

Your responsibilities will encompass a range of activities such as:

  • Conducting applied bench-level research
  • Driving advanced technology development
  • Designing, constructing, and evaluating prototype and pilot-scale systems in relevant operational environments
  • Testing and assessing materials, technologies, and processes within Air Force operations
  • Enhancing operations and maintenance capabilities through the integration of innovative pavements, materials, technologies, and procedures

This position demands a high level of technical expertise in:

  • Experimental and test design
  • Laboratory and field analysis
  • Quality control and scale-up processes
  • Prototype design and operation
  • System and process evaluation
  • Technology transition
  • Technical documentation and reporting
  • Utilization and upkeep of scientific and engineering equipment
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 8-10 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6-8 years of experience.
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
- Proven experience in an engineering research setting focusing on pavement materials, testing, and construction.

Essential knowledge includes:

  • Pavement analysis and design
  • Testing and material quality control/quality assurance
  • Mix design and specifications
  • Pavement supporting materials (geotechnical)
  • Construction processes

Experience in preparing formal reports and delivering presentations is crucial. Candidates should possess strong analytical and computational skills, along with excellent abilities in interpretation, writing, communication, and presentation.

ARA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.



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