The Applied Research Associates, Inc., Test Technology Division is looking for a candidate for the position of Design and Requirements Engineer. In this role, you will assist the Engineering and Scientific staff in performing integration of COTS software with unique test articles and research platforms. You will gain a deep understanding of defense research related to ordinance and energetics. In addition to your technical role, you will assist with program management, planning and budgeting, and status reporting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• The ability to interface with customers/executives and communicate effectively with key stakeholders, and subsequently manage team members towards meeting project objectives
• Support engineering design development and identify, analyze, document, and manage system requirements to ensure the final product meets its intended purpose
• Assist with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates
• Technical understanding of the defense industry T&E approved to operate (ATO) on DOD networks (e.

g., enterprise level

IT, NIST

RMF, etc…)

• Experience in developing server based hardware architectures involving a wide range of input/output devices
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work or military experience
• Experience with systems integration of hardware and software (COTs and Proprietary)
• Be able to read schematic diagrams and support assembly of test setups and field testing.
• Supervise layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of experimental or test hardware.
• Experience with technical writing, critical thinking and collaborative skills.
• Experienced in prototyping, simulating and testing integrated sensor systems and electronic controls across a broad range of technologies
• Knowledge of the Systems Engineering principles and body of knowledge (SEBoK)
• Mechanical and electrical operations principles
• Project management of up to $2M/year
• Familiar with data communications hardware and digital protocols.
• Technical drawing
• AutoCAD, SolidWorks
• Lead specialized and cross functional teams

Typical Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years' experience or Master's degree with 6-8 years' experience or relevant military experience.

Job Location:

Holloman AFB (Alamogordo, New Mexico)

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Experience Required

• 8 - 10 years: Relevant work experience Education Required
• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field Behaviors Required

Thought Provoking:

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player:

Works wel...