Analyst-Lead

Job Title

Analyst-Lead

ARL Maryland - Adelphi, MD 20783 US (Primary)

This position supports advanced research and development in semiconductor materials, wide-bandgap device physics, ambient-powered sensing platforms, and novel robotic sensor deployment mechanisms. The engineer will contribute to design, simulation, fabrication, and characterization of next-generation sensor systems using a combination of microfluidics, additive manufacturing, mechanical/thermal modeling, electronics testing, and TCAD-based semiconductor device modeling. The role includes preparation of technical documentation, laboratory experimentation, system-level prototyping, and collaboration with ARL scientists and engineers to mature early-stage concepts into validated research outcomes.

• Perform design, modeling, and simulation of semiconductor materials, wide-bandgap structures, and novel HEMT device architectures using TCAD tools.
• Conduct research on ambient-energy robotic sensor deployment, including phase-change mechanisms, microfluidics, mechanical/thermal modeling, and prototype fabrication.
• Develop custom testbeds to evaluate unit processes, sensing mechanics, and system response across substrate media and operating conditions.
• Support fabrication workflows by applying modeling insights to device design, providing characterization through state-of-the-art electronic and materials testing methodologies.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, analysis results, presentations, and documentation in support of ARL research tasks.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams to execute laboratory experiments, interpret data, validate hypotheses, and transition concepts through TRL maturation stages.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands‑on experience in laboratory research, modeling, simulation, device testing, and prototype development.
• Knowledge of semiconductor physics, analog electronics, microfluidics, and mechanical/thermal modeling concepts.
• Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, Solid Works, LabVIEW, microcontrollers, electronics testing equipment, and 3D printing.
• Ability to participate in technical research, prepare detailed analyses, and document experimental results.

FIBERTEK, Inc. is a recognized leader in advanced lasers, lidars and laser communication systems providing our DoD, NASA and aerospace customers discriminating capabilities. We pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.

Fibertek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and experience. Fibertek does not engage in nor permit any discrimination in the workplace.