Materials Engineer

1 week ago

Reston, Virginia, United States Applied Research Associates (ARA) Full time
Job Title: Materials Engineer / Scientist

We are seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineer / Scientist to join our team at Applied Research Associates (ARA). As a key member of our Counter-WMD Analysis Cell, you will play a critical role in conducting technical analyses of foreign, WMD-related industrial facilities, processes, and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth technical analyses of WMD-related facilities, processes, and equipment to identify critical design elements and potential vulnerabilities.
  • Integrate knowledge of material properties, mechanical systems, and industrial production processes to identify design flaws and capability limits.
  • Develop and implement research and development plans to support counter-WMD and full-dimensional defeat technologies.
  • Support exercises that test and/or demonstrate new technologies, methodologies, and analytical tools.
  • Produce clear and concise technical analyses and briefings for a range of audiences, from laypeople to senior-level government representatives.
  • Collaborate with junior counterparts to share expertise and knowledge.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree or higher in Materials Science, Materials or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent degree.
  • 8+ years of experience solving engineering problems.
  • US Citizenship.
  • Practical materials science and mechanical systems knowledge gained through design, manufacturing, or other work experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Ability to learn and grow into new areas of technical expertise.
  • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Active TOP SECRET clearance and ability to pass a Counter-Intelligence polygraph.
Preferred Skills:
  • Direct experience supporting reverse engineering, threat analysis, and vulnerability/survivability assessments of WMD-related facilities, processes, and infrastructure.
  • Experience with commercial software for engineering and materials characterization and analysis.
  • Working familiarity with other facility and building infrastructure, including power, HVAC, water treatment, communication, pneumatic, fuel handling, and wastewater treatment systems.
  • Research and development of new tools and methodologies to understand and reverse engineer processes and support systems at remote WMD-related facilities.
  • Modeling and simulation expertise with weaponeering and engineering analysis tools or similar.
  • Military or defense-related experience and an understanding of operational planning and functional defeat of hard targets and underground facilities.
  • Working knowledge of engineering, 3D modeling, and geospatial analytical tools, including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, MatLab, SketchUp, Skyline Software, RemoteView, etc.
About Applied Research Associates (ARA):

ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. Our company culture is challenging, innovative, and experimental, with a strong emphasis on employee ownership and growth.

We offer a unique workplace environment that fosters creativity, initiative, and performance. Our employees are eligible for contributions to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which adds to the company's success and their own. If you are a motivated and experienced Materials Engineer / Scientist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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