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Applied Research Assoc INC Applied Research Team Leader / Principal Engineer / Scientist in Littleton, Colorado
468681BR
Auto req ID:
468681BR
Company:
Applied Research Assoc INC
Job Code:
Engineering Engineering
Job Description:
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Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer or Principal Scientist with a proven ability to lead applied research programs and successfully secure funding to support and grow those efforts. Strong candidates will possess the vision, creativity, and drive to grow and lead a group in the candidate’s area of subject matter expertise. Candidates may also contribute to our existing applied research programs which involve work related to acoustics, optical and laser systems, soldier medical technologies, maritime technologies and testing, and defense related rapid prototyping. Candidates for this position should have experience in one or more of the following areas:
Performing engineering or applied physics research at a deep technical level
Performing R&D of novel prototype systems for defense-related applications
Experience transitioning from prototype technologies into fieldable systems
Design and development of systems with wireless connectivity and real-time embedded processing
Signal processing related to acoustic or optical real-time detection and classification
Implementation of machine learning and artificial intelligence on edge hardware systems
This position is based at ARA’s Littleton, Colorado office, where our facilities include extensive laboratory, rapid prototyping, and testing capabilities that support the technology areas listed above. Occasional travel will be required. This position includes a very competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package (including 401k, employee stock ownership, health benefits, personal and holiday leave), excellent work environment, and the opportunity for career advancement.
Position Requirements
Ph.D. or equivalent in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics or a closely related field
Track record of attracting extramural funding including project conceptualization, sponsor interactions, proposal development
Subject matter expertise as demonstrated through authorship of publications, reports, and/or patents
Experience leading small teams of researchers, engineers, and technicians
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Job Location
This position is Monday through Friday, on-site at ARA facilities in Littleton, Colorado
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Position Title:
Applied Research Team Leader / Principal Engineer / Scientist
Job Category:
Engineering
Minimum Education Required:
Ph. D
City*:
Littleton
State*:
Colorado
Salary Range:
$100,000