Applied Research, Rapid Prototyping, and Embedded Systems Principal Electrical Engineer

Overview

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking one or more Experienced Principal Electrical Engineers or Principal Program Managers with vision, creativity, and drive to grow and lead a small group in the candidate’s area of applied research. Candidates should have a proven track record in technology innovation or R&D leadership in one or more of the following areas:

• Research and development of novel prototype systems for defense-related applications, spanning multiple Technology Readiness Levels
• Design and development of mechatronic systems with wireless connectivity and real-time embedded processing and control
• Signal processing related to real-time detection, classification and tracking in one or more domains (land, sea, air, or space)
• Implementation of machine learning and artificial intelligence on hardware systems such as sensors, drones, robots, including centralized and edge implementations
• R&D with interdisciplinary teams including academic, government, and private organizations
• Systems engineering and rapid prototyping with a focus on realizing novel concepts for new technology

This position will be based out of ARA offices in either Littleton, CO;
San Antonino, TX;
Baton Rouge, LA; or Bentonville, AR. Up to 25% travel will be required (typically to Washington, DC) in support of project work and business development. ARA’s Littleton, Colorado facilities include extensive laboratory, rapid prototyping, and testing capabilities relevant to the listed technology areas.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, physics, robotics, computer science or closely related field.
• Track record of attracting extramural funding including project conceptualization, sponsor interactions, and proposal development.
• Recognized expertise in one or more of the following areas: electronics design, mechatronics, computer science, rapid prototyping, signal processing, embedded processing, robotics, systems engineering, automation, aerospace.
• Five or more years’ experience in a Principal Scientist/Engineer role, leading small teams of researchers, engineers, or technicians.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills as demonstrated by presentations at conferences, publications or reports, and interactions with government or commercial sponsors.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office and one or more of the following tools: circuit design tools, image processing tools, signal processing simulation, Solid Works, C/C++, or other specialized engineering or modeling tools.
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, excellent work environment, and opportunity for career advancement while solving intellectually stimulating and meaningful problems.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (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. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2000 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation supports employee ownership and offers stock ownership benefits, tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The culture emphasizes innovation and experimentation. Employees are eligible for contributions through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For more information and to explore joining this unique workplace, please visit our website at