If you are passionate about applying your expertise to solve challenging problems of national importance and want to accelerate your career growth, then we have the job you are looking for! You will be able to achieve your personal and professional goals in a stable environment that emphasizes and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit. We are seeking a highly skilled research director to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in growing and managing a team developing campaign analysis capabilities for the Department of Defense.

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in developing software to connect physics-based Modeling and Simulation (M& S) tools in a Digital Engineering Environment. Candidates should understand the current strengths and weaknesses of existing MBSE tools and are passionate about improving the systems engineering process to solve real warfighter problems. Responsibilities include developing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) products of DoD Systems, marketing new ideas and presenting to potential customers, managing projects through technical leadership, and influencing the development of software to connect engagement, mission, and campaign analysis tools for the DoD.

Scientists / engineers who are passionate about applying their expertise to solve problems of national importance, have a strong entrepreneurial spirit, and are seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth in a stable environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Systems Engineer – Digital Transformation Position Requirements:

• US Citizenship required
• The nature of work (i.e. interactions with the intelligence community and DoD programs) requires eligibility to apply for and hold a US security clearance; selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment
• BS in engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, applied mathematics, or a closely related field with 10-12 years relevant work experience OR MS with 8-10 years relevant work experience OR PHD 5-7 years relevant work experience
• Experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms
• Experience with Navy Digital Transformation strategies, setting up ecosystems and environments, and providing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) architectures
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Systems Engineer – Digital Transformation Preferences:

Above all, we value passion, a continuous desire to learn, and teamwork. We are confident that if you possess the right attitude, work ethic, and skill set, you will succeed in the role. In addition to the experience and skills above, if you have any of the following, you will be able to accelerate your effectiveness and impact.

• Familiarity with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) v2
• Broad understanding of warfare models (engagement, mission analysis, and campaign analysis software)
• Experience marketing and writing proposals
• DoD cybersecurity and cyber risk assessment experience
• Existing DoD security clearance

Who is ARA?

Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2, 300 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice in what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.

Experience

• 10 - 12 years: Relevant Work Experience

Education

• Bachelors or better in Systems Engineering or related field

• Doctorate or better in Systems Engineering or related field
• Masters or better in Systems Engineering or related field

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