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The Silicon Valley Office (SVO) of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is looking for a Dynamic Structural Analysis Engineer to join our team. SVO is located in Los Altos, CA and is ARA’s Center of Excellence in Nonlinear Dynamic Finite Element Analysis and regularly orchestrates a variety of full-scale testing projects. SVO conducts research and design for structures and materials applications, including crashworthiness and transportation safety, impact, penetration, and fracture and failure analysis.
We specialize in complex multi-physics modeling of structures such as automotive, aerospace and rail vehicles, as well as civil structures, in challenging dynamic environments.
Job Location: Position is remote; preferred location is Los Altos, CA, with alignment to the Los Altos, CA ARA office or other ARA locations across the U.S.
Essential Functions:
* Conduct finite element analyses (FEA) of challenging dynamic structural applications that include contact, nonlinear material behavior, transient heat transfer and fracture using the explicit finite element code LS-DYNA.
* Lead design and analysis of vehicle structures
* Lead test planning and data analysis with potential for onsite test support.
* Develop digital twins of complex structural tests including test response, data analysis and comparison with simulations.
* Perform engineering analyses on a variety of structures projects.
* Lead proposals for new research and development opportunities with government and industry clients.
* Conduct face-to-face meetings and prepare technical and cost proposals.
Education:
* A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major study in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics.
* Graduate level GPA of at least 3.4/4.0.
Required Qualifications:
* Minimum of 10 years of experience with finite element analysis (FEA).
* Minimum 5 years of experience managing project groups
* Experience with Hypermesh FEA model preprocessors, CAD software such as Solidworks and the LS-DYNA FEA solver.
* Experience with solid and/or liquid rocket propulsion.
* Experience with implicit structural dynamics.
* Experience with Unix/Linux/Windows operating systems and computer programming languages.
* Ability to obtain a security clearance, which includes US citizenship.
* Demonstrated excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.
Desired Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years of experience developing Digital Twins for aerospace applications
* Experience with computational fluid dynamics and hypersonics
* Experience with mechanical testing of materials and structures.
* Experience with computational modeling of fluid-structure interaction
Compensation & Benefits: Pay Ranges: From $109,200.00 - $182,000.00 per year based on years of experience, degree and any special skills and knowledge that they m...
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Type: Permanent Location: Los Altos, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:57
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
is looking for an experienced Mechanical Drafter to join our Concept Development Group, Southwest Division, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. CDG boasts a multidisciplinary team of engineers performing research, development, and analysis for concept and developmental weapon programs. CDG creates designs for novel and legacy weapon systems for Department of Defense programs supporting our warfighters.
This is not a teleworking position.
ARA’ Benefits Package Includes:
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan
* Various insurance options including Flexible Spending Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Paid leave and holidays.
Essential Functions:
* Create technical drawings and 3D digital models of weapon systems, support equipment and other assorted weldments
* Generate mechanical solid models, fabrication/assembly drawings, BOMs, technical illustrations, mechanical schematics, and installation/integration instructions.
Drafting assignments involve conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design under limited supervision.
* Responsible for creation of technical data packages to support DoD clients with sustainment and modernization of legacy hardware for flight, ground support, testing, and maintenance.
* Support research and development of new technologies for national defense applications.
* Support development of analysis-only CAD models for structural, thermal, dynamic, and dimensional engineering analyses.
* Lead drafting decision making by interacting with colleagues and project leadership to present technical data packages, collaborate to make design decisions with the engineering team, and document comprehensive technical data packages in the form of 3D CAD models, and manufacturing/fabrication drawings.
* Lead reverse engineering activities by creating 3D CAD models and/or drawings from data that is extracted from legacy avionics equipment and/or structures.
* Manage individual and drafting team work contributions under limited supervision.
* Support development of dimensioning and tolerancing schemes to ensure proper form, fit and function of newly manufactured parts.
Qualifications:
* Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Mechanical Design and Drafting , Aerospace Design and Drafting, or Avionics Design and Drafting.
* Self-motivated with strong skills in organization, technical writing, oral/written communication, and professionalism.
* Experience with leading highly complex mechanical design development through conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design project phases.
* Proficient with developing mechanical solid models using multiple commercial 3D/2D software suites - SolidWorks preferred.
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Type: Permanent Location: Albuquerque, US-NM
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:56
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The Mission Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Risk Management Subject Matter Expert working onsite at a location in the Arlington, VA area.
The potential candidate will provide support to the office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and Programs.
In this role, the candidate will identify, capture, and track integrated risks, as well as aggregate technical, geopolitical, operational, and programmatic risks associated with the nuclear enterprise, including sustainment, modernization, and future planning.
This requires someone who has a strong background and proven history in supporting senior-level officials and advising on enterprise strategy, policy, and implementation of programs in a cross-functional, interagency setting.
Essential Functions:
* Applicant must hold an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility to perform work
* Support the development and maintenance of an enterprise-wide data-driven, risk-based framework Assess and manage risks to missions, critical infrastructure, and military services
* Coordinate with OSW principal organizations, the Services, Department of Energy, the Joint Staff, alliance partners, defense industry, and other interagency entities
* Provide expertise in key risk management subject-matter areas, such as: risk and opportunity identification, characterization, and definition; prioritization; aggregate and cumulative risk; develop strategies for effective mitigation, avoidance, transfer, or acceptance.
* Provide expertise in key nuclear enterprise modernization, sustainment, and subject-matter areas, such as: supply chain; defense industrial base; development, production, manufacture, logistics, and operationalization of systems; major defense acquisition programs; acquisition policies and procedures.
* Support the management and oversight of other risk-related studies, analyses, and other endeavors sponsored by the office and assist in program execution, engage with technical and non-technical audiences throughout the DoW and across the US Government
* Translate complex technical and intelligence insights into actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers
* Support senior-level meeting preparation and execution, including developing read-aheads, presentations, white papers, and after-action reports, as needed to support client requirements
Required Skills:
* Completed Bachelors or higher degree
* Must be a US Citizen
* Familiar with DoW acquisition processes
* Understanding of USN or USAF risk management practices
* 8+ years of experience working directly with U.S.
Navy or U.S.
Air Force
* Ability to provide support, education, & training to internal and external stakeholders to build risk and opportunity awareness.
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Type: Permanent Location: Arlington, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:56
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Our diverse, energetic, and collaborative Concept Development Group offers an excellent opportunity to join our dynamic, employee-owned team for a Program Manager.
You will be the procurement interface for multiple programs, while supporting the team in varying program management roles.
You will be responsible for directing both technical and administrative efforts within the program.
Working with a Technical Lead and Subcontract Manager, you will facilitate the completion of contract requirements for programs (existing and new).
You will be the primary face for both internal and external customers requiring briefing, material preparation and review and deliverable completion.
Collaborating with our technical teams in program management responsibilities and daily program monitoring.
We value diverse skills and experience, so don’t hold back, and apply now.
Your qualification could add tremendous value to our team.
Each of our employees wear multiple hats at any point of the day, so go-getting attitudes and fast paced employees are encouraged.
If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish with ARA, we’d love to hear from you.
Introduction
* This position requires critical & strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, administrative tasks, agility, adaptability, and a sense of urgency in everything we do.
* Program management will identify potential opportunities to include technology development that could have a positive impact on providing better value in performance, improved mission capability, and reduced cost and schedule
What you’ll do as a Program Manager
* Support all procurement activities to ensure objectives are met in a timely manner to include supplier financial, quality, technical, programmatic, and schedule performance
* Preparation and completion of proposals for new programs and work
* Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and process improvements (Technical and Quality) in support of flawless supplier execution for programs
* Interprets program and/or statement of work requirements and contract; recommends and implements action with suppliers to ensure achievement of all requirements
* Ability to work flexible hours if needed, for proposal preparation or special assignments which could possibly include extended hours, evening/night hours, weekends, and holidays (occasional/rare)
* Maintains financial reports using actual cost information, forecasted spend per project schedules, and estimated final costs against approved contract funding
* Briefs leadership about program status regularly
* Risk management plans will address risk identification, analysis, mitigation planning, mitigation implementation, and tracking.
Technical risks and issues will be reflected in the program’s IMP and IMS.
Requirements
* Skilled at organizing and translating information into clear written documentation; articulating complex concepts, and process...
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Type: Permanent Location: Rapid City, US-SD
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:55
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The Missions, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is seeking a Software Developer to join a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists developing and deploying systems that integrate chemical and biological (CB) sensors, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and modeling and simulation tools to perform forensics and predict hazards for the Department of War.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a rapidly changing environment where the technologies and systems to integrate are always evolving and is focused on the end user experience. Much of the software development will take place in small, decentralized teams requiring close communication with other developers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders.
Representative tasks may include building interactive visualizations and dashboards for sensor analytics, user interfaces, coupling interfaces to background services with new sensor systems and physics-based models, applying STIGs, and implementing cyber security policies.
This position will place you in a team of engineers and scientists developing a suite of software tools used by the defense community, to include interactive training materials, weapons effects modeling and simulation applications, and artificial intelligence solutions to aid research and development projects.
Systems must be hardened and secure to project national security. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth by pushing the limits of technology while creating opportunities for cross-training and mentoring within the team.
Candidates must be located within or willing to relocate to the National Capital Region. Hybrid work is permissible depending on the evolving project requirements.
The Secure Software Developer may be required to:
* Build great customer experiences by developing the web-UI front-end for a vital Department of Defense / Department of War service
* Develop web interfaces to support operational decision making
* Deploy software on secure or standalone networks in accordance with Department of Defense/War requirements
* Support testing, evaluation, and demonstrations of software and related tools in unclassified and classified environments
* Integrate network security policies into system deployments
* Support system and network accreditations
* Containerize system components
* Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS)
* Cybersecurity tasking has included developing and refining Kubernetes Network Policies aligned with
* Take on new challenges and learn skills to enhance software performance in previously unanticipated ways
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber security, or related field
* 8-10 years of secure software development experience in the industry
* Strong Javascript, C++, and Java development skills
* Experience deve...
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Type: Permanent Location: Alexandria, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:54
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Concept Development Group (CDG), Southwest Division, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. CDG boasts a multidisciplinary team of engineers performing research, development, and analysis for concept and developmental weapon programs.
You will be an important part of our product development team, where effective communication is critical.
CDG creates designs for novel and legacy weapon systems for Department of Defense programs supporting our warfighters. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment that supports professional growth and development.
This is not a teleworking position.
We're looking for a highly skilled and analytical Design Engineer with experience in Missile and Weapon System Components and Product development.
If you have strong communication skills, proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, and MSOffice suite, and are comfortable with MATLAB and Excel, we encourage you to apply.
ARA’ Benefits Package Includes:
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan
* Various insurance options including Flexible Spending Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Paid leave and holidays.
Essential Functions:
* Create technical designs that convert to drawings and 3D digital models of weapon systems, support equipment and other assorted weldments
* Verify system and subsystem level requirements, stack up and tolerance completion within designed systems
* Perform structural dynamic analyses for missile and weapon systems
* Produce and maintain models generated from both in-house and commercially available software codes, that simulate mechanical loading conditions, mechanism deployment motions, and the response behavior of missile
* Help coordinate test plans; static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal and shock test execution, and post-test reports.
* Will work on a multi-disciplined team performing structural design trades, preliminary and detailed design/analysis activity and performance and maintenance assessments of operational systems.
* Provide user documentation and recommendations to data packages to support peer and customer reviews, present analysis data to engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical interchange meetings and design reviews
* Mentor junior engineers and cross train other engineering fields.
Basic Qualifications:
* Advanced understanding of structures and structural dynamics either through education or work experience
* Proficiency in application of finite element analysis principles as well as rigid and flexible body parameters
* Knowledge of and applicable experience with missile and weapon system components
* Citizenship: all applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must...
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Type: Permanent Location: Albuquerque, US-NM
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:54
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If you are looking for a career as a Senior Security Engineer, and you are interested in acting as the Information System Security Officer (ISSO), then our Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division of ARA has an exciting opportunity worth considering.
Not only will you act as the ISSO, you’ll also be able to grow your career in an exciting environment that promotes teamwork and cross-training in a wide range of related disciplines.
The successful candidate for this position will have a strong passion in obtaining and maintaining system accreditation across multiple programs, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring.
As a valued contributor to our team your responsibilities will include (1) managing and performing technical reviews of security accreditation artifacts and test plans (2) employ a functional knowledge of a wide variety of systems and network engineering procedures as they apply to cyber security or infrastructure of network systems, and their design development processes (3) have an in-depth knowledge of vulnerability management and continuous monitoring
The opportunity for career advancement and continued learning at ARA does not stop there.
We strive to identify cross-training opportunities and encourage staff to become involved in upcoming R&D efforts.
You will have the opportunity to inject new ideas into our longstanding operational programs.
At ARA, we foster an environment where technical staff are empowered to research and develop their own ideas with resources and support from a strong internal technical team and external partners.
You can expect day to day to have flexibility in choosing the level of autonomy suited to you, while at the same time enjoying a challenging technical career with great opportunity for personal growth.
This role supports an occasional schedule.
Information System Security Engineer Edge Solutions Position Requirements:
* Currently have an active TS/SCI security clearance
* BS degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology Management , or a closely related field along with 8-10 years of experience OR a Masters degree with 6-8 years of experience
* Demonstrated knowledge in DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), developing security documentation in support of achieving authority to operate
* Demonstrated knowledge of NGA Cyber Security Processes
* Experience with reviewing/applying updates to IAVM/STIG findings, developing Ports, Protocols and Service Management (PPSM) and firewall change requests
* Team player with excellent communication skills
* Primary work location National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency-West or East, limited telecommuting available
Information System Security Engineer Edge Solutions Preferences:
* Experience with DoD accreditation process
* Experience managing and maintaining system compliance with mandated Revamp designation
* Implementing security architecture based on NGA Enterprise mandate...
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Type: Permanent Location: Springfield, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:53
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The Missions, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is seeking a Software Developer - Modeling & Simulation to join a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists developing and deploying systems that integrate chemical and biological (CB) sensors, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and modeling and simulation tools to perform forensics and predict hazards for the Department of War.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a rapidly changing environment where the technologies and systems to integrate are always evolving and is focused on the end user experience. Much of the software development will take place in small, decentralized teams requiring close communication with other developers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders.
Representative tasks may include building interactive visualizations and dashboards for sensor analytics, user interfaces, coupling interfaces to background services with new sensor systems and physics-based models, applying STIGs, and implementing cyber security policies.
This position will place you in a team of engineers and scientists developing a suite of software tools used by the defense community, to include interactive training materials, weapons effects modeling and simulation applications, and artificial intelligence solutions to aid research and development projects.
Systems must be hardened and secured to project national security. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth by pushing the limits of technology while creating opportunities for cross-training and mentoring within the team.
Candidates must be located within or willing to relocate to the National Capital Region. Hybrid work is permissible depending on the evolving project requirements.
What You’ll Do:
* Integrate models and tools to predict chemical, biological, and other sensor behavior and responses
* Enhance or modify modeling and simulation codes for integration into web-based frameworks
* Optimize existing dispersion modeling tools to predict hazard locations and originations
* Develop web interfaces to support operational decision making
* Deploy software on secure or standalone networks in accordance with Department of Defense/War requirements
* Support testing, evaluation, and demonstrations of software and related tools in unclassified and classified environments
* Integrate network security policies into system deployments
* Support system and network accreditations
* Containerize system components
* Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS)
* Cybersecurity tasking has included developing and refining Kubernetes Network Policies aligned with
* Take on new challenges and learn skills to enhance software performance in previously unanticipated ways
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber security, physics, chemistry, or rel...
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Type: Permanent Location: Alexandria, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:52
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The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to support on-going research and development efforts and develop new business in technologies for functional characterization of WMD facilities and their associated design.
Are you a mechanical engineer virtuoso with a passion for engineering the world? Join us as a Senior Mechanical Engineer and become a key player in characterizing large-scale and small-scale mechanical, commercial, and institutional projects? If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and driving innovation in reverse engineering mechanical processes, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
The successful candidate will:
* Innovative Design and Development:
+ Characterize the structure and operation of WMD facilities, some of which are clandestine.
+ Conduct reverse engineering.
+ Engineer precise load calculations, system sizing, and performance predictions.
+ Create and refine detailed technical drawings and schematics.
* Dynamic Project Management:
+ Spearhead projects from vision to reality, delivering on time and within budget.
+ Collaborate seamlessly with project managers, architects, and contractors.
+ Present compelling project reports and updates to stakeholders.
* Cutting-Edge System Analysis and Optimization:
+ Dive deep into mechanical engineering analysis to uncover fault exploitation opportunities.
+ Advance reverse engineering capabilities.
* Inspiring Leadership and Development:
+ Mentor and inspire junior engineers and technicians.
+ Foster a collaborative, innovative, and continuous learning environment.
+ Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.
Required Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively within or lead a team of peers, as well as excellent interpersonal and communications skills
* Ability to communicate highly technical analyses at a level comprehensible to laymen and senior-level government representatives
* Must be a US Citizen
* Ability to clearly express in writing technical analysis results
* 6-8 years of experience in solving DoD or Industry mechanical engineering problems
* Practical experience in mechanical engineering
* Research and Development of new tools and methodologies to understand and reverse engineer processes and support systems at remote WMD-related facilities
* TS clearance
Desired Qualifications:
* 10 years of experience in solving DoD engineering/science problems
* TS clearance with eligibility for SCI based on single-scope background investigation
* Military or defense-related experience and an understanding of operational planning and functional defea...
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Type: Permanent Location: Alexandria, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:47
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is actively seeking a highly qualified Research Engineer for the development of advanced AI/ML algorithms for the Intelligence and Defense communities.
Application areas include software tool development, physics-based modeling, machine learning, simulation and optimization, probabilistic modeling, computer vision, and intelligent agents.
The scientist / engineer will join a multi-disciplinary collaborative team of engineers and scientists.
We are seeking an experienced Research Engineer to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have an active interest in applying math/statistics/physics/engineering concepts to solve multi-disciplinary problems.
Candidate will have strong analytical skills and will be capable of translating ideas and proposed solutions into software tools and algorithms.
The candidate should be familiar with improving/optimizing/tuning existing algorithms as well as development of new algorithms from scratch.
This will include software design, software development, and debugging / issue resolution.
The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem solving and must be willing to actively participate in evaluation of algorithm and system performance.
Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and debugging skills are required.
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.
Senior Research Engineer – AI/ML Position Requirements:
* U.S.
Citizenship (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible)
* Current TS/SCI clearance or TS/SCI eligible
* BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field with 10-12 years of relevant work experience
* Experience in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, physics-based modeling, simulation and optimization, uncertainty quantification, surrogate modeling and model reduction, computer vision, and intelligent agents
* Strong foundation in software development and experience with Python, Java, and/or C++
* Experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
Senior Research Engineer – AI/ML 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.
* PhD or MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field
* Experience in cloud-based, parallel, or distributed compu...
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:46
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At ARA, we strive to hire valuable colleagues with not only the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service and growth.
If you are looking for a career as a Tier 1 Cloud Support agent and you are interested in designing, developing, and rapidly deploying solutions to problems of national importance, then our Raleigh, NC division of ARA has an exciting opportunity worth considering.
Not only will you solve challenging core problems, you’ll also be able to grow your career in an exciting environment that promotes teamwork and cross-training in a wide range of related disciplines.
The successful applicant will:
* Monitor the helpdesk ticket queue and respond to requests based on priority and defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
* Provision and manage user accounts, including email setup, RSA token registration, and group assignments.
* Troubleshoot access issues, remote desktop connectivity problems, and basic system or application errors.
* Escalate complex or unresolved issues with complete documentation and diagnostic details.
* Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for task execution, issue documentation, and escalation.
* Collaborate with Tier 2/3 personnel to resolve cross-domain incidents.
* Maintain accurate and clear records within the ticketing system and contribute to internal documentation.
Tier 1 Cloud Support Position Requirements:
* U.S.
Citizenship (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible)
* Current DoD Secret Clearance (or higher)
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field with 0-2 years of relevant work experience
* Successfully acquire and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access
* Successfully obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+, CCNA-Security, etc.) within 60 days of hire
* Willing to work on-site, daily, at our San Antonio, TX location
Tier 1 Cloud Support Position Preferences:
* Experience supporting DoD or secure government environments.
* Exposure to SAP or classified environments.
* 0–2 years of experience in Tier 1 or Tier 2 IT support roles.
* Basic knowledge of Windows Server or Linux-based systems.
* Familiarity with supporting virtual desktop environments or cloud-hosted systems.
* Exposure to ITSM tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, or similar.
* Strong troubleshooting, customer service, and communication skills.
* Interest in growing into Tier 2 or Tier 3 IT support roles.
If this is the perfect job for you please apply online at https://www.ara.com/job-search today!
About Us:
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company known for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences.
We were founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979 as the disco era was, th...
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Type: Permanent Location: San Antonio, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:46
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is actively seeking a highly qualified Research Engineer for the development of advanced AI/ML algorithms for the Intelligence and Defense communities.
Application areas include software tool development, physics-based modeling, machine learning, simulation and optimization, probabilistic modeling, computer vision, and intelligent agents.
The scientist / engineer will join a multi-disciplinary collaborative team of engineers and scientists.
We are seeking a highly qualified Research Engineer to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have an active interest in applying math/statistics/physics/engineering concepts to solve multi-disciplinary problems.
Candidate will have strong analytical skills and will be capable of translating ideas and proposed solutions into software tools and algorithms.
The candidate should be familiar with improving/optimizing/tuning existing algorithms as well as development of new algorithms from scratch.
This will include software design, software development, and debugging / issue resolution.
The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem solving and must be willing to actively participate in evaluation of algorithm and system performance.
Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and debugging skills are required.
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.
Research Engineer – AI/ML Position Requirements:
* U.S.
Citizenship (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible)
* 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, Mathematics, or a related field with 2-4 years of relevant work experience
* Experience in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, physics-based modeling, simulation and optimization, uncertainty quantification, surrogate modeling and model reduction, computer vision, and intelligent agents.
* Strong foundation in software development and experience with Python, Java, and/or C++.
* Experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Research Engineer – AI/ML 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 fo...
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:45
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At ARA, we strive to hire valuable colleagues with not only the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service and growth.
If you are looking for a career where you get to design, implement, deploy, and maintain custom software solutions to meet unique and interesting challenges, then our Raleigh, NC division of ARA has an exciting opportunity worth considering.
Not only will you solve challenging core problems, you’ll also be able to grow your career in an exciting environment that promotes teamwork and cross-training in a wide range of related disciplines.
The successful candidate for this position will develop, configure, and implement software solutions targeting government Kubernetes clusters across cloud and on-prem environments.
The candidate will closely work with their team and interface with security to integrate applications into secure air-gap environments.
The opportunity for career advancement and continued learning at ARA goes beyond project work.
We strive to identify cross-training opportunities and encourage staff to become involved in upcoming R&D efforts as well as interject new ideas into our longstanding operational programs.
At ARA, we foster an environment where technical staff are empowered to research and develop their own ideas –with resources and support from a strong internal technical team and external partners.
You can expect day to day to have flexibility in choosing the level of autonomy suited to you, while at the same time enjoying a challenging technical career with great opportunity for personal growth.
Senior Software Engineer - Backend Developer Position Requirements:
* US Citizenship required
* Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance
* Active Single Scope (CI) Polygraph on record
* BS or higher in Computer science, IT, Engineering, Applied mathematics, or a closely related field
* 10+ years relevant work experience with BS
* 8+ years relevant work experience with MS
* Relocation to Raleigh NC; this position involves minimal travel for collaboration with customers and partners.
Willing to work onsite a minimum of 3 days a week and up to 5 days
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Senior Software Engineer - Backend Developer Preferences:
* Experience with modern programming languages (e.g.
Go, Rust, and/or Python)
* Experience with programming both functional and object orientated applications
* Expert in API development with understanding of gRPC, REST, WebSockets, and microservices
* Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g.
Gitlab/Jenkins)
* Experience with deploying software applications onto Kubernetes clusters (e.g.
Helm, in-development software, CNCF tooling)
* Experience administrating Kubernetes clusters
* Experience with IaC/CaC tools (e.g.
Terraform, Open Tofu, Crossplane)
If this is the perfect job for you please apply online at https://www.ara.com/job...
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:44
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The Mission Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Project Manager - Risk.
The potential candidate will provide support to the office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and Programs.
In this role, the candidate will identify, capture, and track integrated risks, as well as aggregate technical, geopolitical, operational, and programmatic risks associated with the nuclear enterprise, including sustainment, modernization, and future planning.
This requires someone who has a strong background and proven history in supporting senior-level officials and advising on enterprise strategy, policy, and implementation of programs in a cross-functional, interagency setting.
Essential Functions:
* Provide expertise in key nuclear enterprise modernization, sustainment, and subject-matter areas, such as supply chain; defense industrial base; development, production, manufacture, logistics, and operationalization of systems; major defense acquisition programs; acquisition policies and procedures.
* Coordinate with Office of the Secretary of War organizations, the Services, Department of Energy, the Joint Staff, alliance partners, defense industry, and other interagency entities
* Support the management and oversight of other risk-related studies, analyses, and other endeavors sponsored by the office and assist in program execution, engage with technical and non-technical audiences throughout the DoW and across the US Government
* Translate complex technical and intelligence insights into actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers
* Support senior-level meeting preparation and execution, including developing read-aheads, presentations, white papers, and after-action reports, as needed to support client requirements
Required Qualification:
* Bachelor's degree
* Without a degree: 8 years’ experience working with U.S.
Navy or U.S.
Air Force nuclear enterprise
* Familiar with DoW acquisition processes, roles, missions, and organizational structur
* Excellent writing skills; the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
* 8+ years of experience working directly with U.S.
Navy or U.S.
Air Force nuclear modernization or sustainment activities
* Expertise in Microsoft Office applications
* Ability to manage and prioritize numerous assignments
* Applicant must hold an active Top Secret or DOE Q security clearance with SCI eligibility to perform work
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Applicant must be a U.S.
citizen
Desired Qualification:
* Bachelor's degree in a recognized discipline that is relevant to the contract (e.g.
STEM, international affairs, global security, cybersecurity, intelligence analysis)
* Experience with quantitative analysis technical tools and techniques.
* 5+ years of experience supporting DoW or DOE...
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Type: Permanent Location: Arlington, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:43
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You will support secure government cloud environments through bug fixes, enhancements, documentation development, and onboarding, while also contributing to new event‑driven mission services.
You will be working on a team that is supporting government cloud environments with bug fixes, enhancements, and optimizations. You will develop user guides, API and Swagger documentation and supporting onboarding of new users. In addition, you will support research and development of new mission services with an event-driven architecture.
You will be part of our employee-owned international research and engineering company.
ARA is recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences, and you will be on this team.
Position Requirements:
* U.S.
Citizenship (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible)
* Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
* BS or higher in Computer science, IT, Engineering, Applied mathematics, or a closely related field
* 8+ years relevant work experience with BS
* 6+ years relevant work experience with MS
* Good oral & written communication skills
* Technical leadership experience
* Excel as a team player and strive to maximize team & department performance
* Willing to work on-site 5 days a week at our Raleigh, NC location
Preferred Experience & Skills as a Software Engineer:
At our core, we value passion, a willingness to learn, and strong teamwork.
We believe that with the right mindset, work ethic, and skills, you can thrive in this role.
While the qualifications listed above are important, the following experience can help you ramp up quickly and maximize your impact:
* Designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications
* Implementing and managing event-driven architecture
* Building secure software solutions with a focus on security best practices
* Design and implementation of User Interfaces (UI/UX)
* Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD)
* Practical experience and proficiency in software development using the Scrum framework
* Certified ScrumMaster recognized by the Scrum Alliance
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
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 2,200 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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:43
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The Southwest Division (SWD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Spokane, WA.
In this role you will support advanced manufacturing development, including hands-on participation in a broad range of manufacturing processes related to the production of metallic alloys.
This highly technical and hands-on position ensures quality and efficiency in all professional activities, while following environmental, health and safety policies/procedures.
Responsibilities Include:
* Hands-on participation in the installation, operation and maintenance of alloy melting and casting equipment.
* Hands-on participation and support in implementation of improved manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment.
* Support in troubleshooting equipment by inspecting electronic, hydraulic, and mechanic components.
* Maintain material processing documentation, process flow diagrams, and detailed drawings for complex equipment and proprietary hardware/equipment.
Required Qualifications:
* Associate degree of 2+ years in a related technical discipline or two (2) years of related professional experience with manufacturing processes.
* Technical background in mechanical engineering, materials science, metallurgy, manufacturing engineering, industrial technology, or related field.
* At least 2 years of professional experience in a professional setting with manufacturing principles, safety protocols, and machinery operation.
* Hands-on experience in one or more of metal manufacturing processes such as metal casting, CNC machining etc.
* Hands-on experience in maintenance and repair operations associated with hydraulics, injection molding, pneumatics and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and troubleshooting.
* Personal attributes should include good judgment, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a team.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
and move/assemble experimental components and equipment.
Must have good motor skills, be able to maneuver stairs, and stand or sit for extended periods.
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with limited climate control and exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications related to manufacturing such as Manufacturing Technician Level (1), Certified Production Technician (CPT) and Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMgfT
* Hands-on experience of foundry processes and ability to apply casting concepts in a manufacturing environment.
* Hands-on experience in operations associated with electrical systems, electronics, mechanical drives, and robotics.
* Hands-on experience with vacuum systems and temperature controls.
* Hands-on experience with CNC and other machine shop equipment.
* Hands-on experience with quality control and producing high quality parts
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Type: Permanent Location: Spokane, US-WA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:42
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The Southwest Division (SWD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is seeking an experienced Staff Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Spokane, WA.
In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer will support advanced manufacturing development, including hands-on design and execution of a broad range of manufacturing processes related to the production of metallic alloys.
This highly technical and hands-on position ensures quality and efficiency in all professional activities, while following environmental, health and safety policies/procedures.
Responsibilities Include:
* Provide technical support and hands-on participation in the installation, operation and maintenance of alloy melting and casting equipment.
* Document and implement manufacturing standards and best practices to enable safety, quality, efficiency, uptime, and cost effectiveness.
* Develop, and support implementation of improved manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment.
* Troubleshoot the root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions in the manufacturing process to ensure adherence to the material’s specifications and quality.
* Troubleshoot equipment by inspecting and analyzing electronic, hydraulic, and mechanic components.
* Design and implement preventative maintenance procedures and schedule for the facility and equipment.
* Train and guide technical personnel to operate and maintain the melting and casting equipment.
* Maintain material processing documentation, process flow diagrams, and detailed drawings for complex equipment and proprietary hardware/equipment.
* Participate in cross-functional teams to integrate the activities of multiple engineering and materials science objectives.
* Prepare reports and presentations in a professional manner.
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline and five (5) years of progressively responsible related professional experience with manufacturing processes.
* Scientific and technical background in mechanical engineering, materials science, metallurgy, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
* At least 5 years of professional experience in a professional setting.
* Experience with designing and implementing manufacturing processes for new product development.
* Minimum of 4 years of experience in one or more of the following: manufacturing operations, manufacturing research and development, metal casting operations, metal casting development.
* Hands-on experience in maintenance and repair operations associated with hydraulics, injection molding, pneumatics and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and troubleshooting.
* Experience managing and supervising a team of manufacturing staff including conducting performance reviews.
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Type: Permanent Location: Spokane, US-WA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:41
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) has an opportunity for an experienced JWS/DIEE Instructor, located at ARA’s Emerald Coast Division in Niceville, Florida.
This position supports CONUS and OCONUS training of Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manuals (JMEM) software products.
This position is an integral part of the Joint Technical Coordinating Group for Munitions Effectiveness (JTCG/ME) support for fielded weaponeering products.
Applicant must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance.
ARA is a 100% employee-owned company that offers excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement and more.
This position requires a minimum of five years of experience with JTCG/ME weaponeering products. Experience as a trainer (Goodfellow AFB, Joint Targeting School, Precision Fires Course, Combatant Command Qualification Course, weapons school, weapon/aircraft program offices) and/or equivalent experience in an applicable career field (e.g., Weaponeering, Targeting, Fires) is preferred.
Unit level training positions also qualify. Bachelor’s Degree or higher is desired but may be substituted with operational experience.
Applicant must be willing to travel away from home on business, up to, but not limited to, ten working days a month.
Travel includes both CONUS and OCONUS locations.
ARA’ Benefits Package Includes:
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan
* Various insurance options including Flexible Spending Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Paid leave and holidays.
JWS/DIEE Instructor Qualifications:
* A minimum of 5 years of related experience to JMEM air-to-surface and/or surface-to-surface weaponeering software, and/or five years of experience related to JTCG/ME target coordination mensuration and collateral damage effects estimation.
* Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance; selected applicant will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment.
JWS/DIEE Instructor Required Skills:
* Considerable knowledge and understanding of fielded weaponeering products for both air-to-surface and/or surface-to-surface engagements.
* Experience using JTCG/ME products for Intermediate and Advanced Target Development (ITD & ATD) purposes.
* Comfortable presenting technical information to large audiences consisting of a broad base of knowledge and expertise.
* The ability to tailor information to the appropriate level of understanding.
* The ability to analyze operational weaponeering methodologies and understand the rigorous methods of scientific and mathematical inputs.
* Capable of preparing written reports/briefings indicating solutions or range of possible alternatives in rank of desirability and probability of success when there is no sin...
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Type: Permanent Location: Niceville, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:40
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The Strategic Operations, Analysis and Research sector of Applied Research Associates, Inc.
(ARA) is seeking a Facilities Lease & Relocation Manager is responsible for the strategic management and administration of the SOAR Sector’s real estate portfolio, including lease administration, facility operations coordination, relocations, consolidations, occupancy planning, and related financial and compliance activities across multiple business units and geographic locations, with primary responsibility for facilities located throughout the National Capital Region.
Essential Functions:
Real Estate & Lease Administration
* Support development of lease business cases, occupancy strategies, and documentation of need
* Support resolution of lease disputes and landlord/tenant issues
* Provide guidance regarding lease obligations, risks, operational impacts, and critical lease dates
* Maintain lease files, records, abstracts, and historical documentation
* Track lease expirations, renewal options, notice periods, and other critical lease milestones
Facility Relocation & Consolidation Management
* Lead and coordinate office relocation and facility consolidation projects across facilities in the National Capital Region
* Develop and manage relocation schedules, milestones, and transition plans
* Coordinate with stakeholders including operations, Corporate IT, security, HR, facilities vendors, movers, architects, contractors, and landlords
* Coordinate move logistics and occupancy readiness activities
* Develop communication and transition plans to minimize operational disruption
* Support post-occupancy transition activities and facility closeout efforts
Construction & Manufacturing Facility Build Management
* Coordinate and support construction, renovation, and manufacturing facility buildout projects
* Serve as the primary coordination point between ARA stakeholders, landlords, architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors
* Support planning and execution of specialized manufacturing, laboratory, classified, or technical workspace requirements
* Review construction schedules, budgets, drawings, and project milestones to ensure alignment with operational requirements
* Coordinate permitting, inspections, occupancy readiness, and turnover activities
* Track project risks, action items, and change orders to support schedule and budget objectives
* Support oversight of Tenant Improvement construction activities and contractor performance
* Coordinate furniture, equipment, infrastructure, and operational readiness activities associated with facility buildouts
* Support transition from construction completion through operational occupancy
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
* Knowledge and understanding of leases, including how they impact company financials and legal implications critical terms.
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Type: Permanent Location: Alexandria, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:40
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Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc.
Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) has an immediate need for a Security Specialist, Program Security Officer in the Raleigh Office.
This position will report directly to the Assistant Facility Security Officer (AFSO) and assist other security subject matter experts (FSO, CSSO, and ISSM) in ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs).
This position will support a portfolio of classified contracts operating out of the Raleigh office by collaborating with Program Managers, government customers, the Special Security Office, and Cyber Security department.
What you’ll do as a Program Security Officer at ARA:
* Assist in ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) Manuals, 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), and Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) as well as specific program requirements.
* Act as primary Security point of contact for Program Managers and program staff.
Routes all inquiries and requests to the appropriate security entity for action.
These include, but are not limited to CAC requests, classified account requests, execution of the SF 312 Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), SCI nominations and visit access requests in the Defense Information Security System (DISS) and the Army Centralized Contracts and Security Portal (ACCS).
* Work with Program Managers to interpret security requirements as outlined in Requests for Proposals and awarded DD 254s.
Coordinates and collaborates with Assistant Facility Security Officer, Special Security Office, and Cyber Security department to meet security related mission requirements.
* Provides classified shipping support to program staff.
These tasks include, but are not limited to, receiving and actioning document control number requests, verifying facility clearance levels of receiving facility, coordinating with program staff and/or cyber security, processing received classified packages, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
* Train and advise staff on appropriate procedures for transmitting classified documents and data.
* Classified meeting support to include verifying VARs, maintaining access rosters, tracking attendance, performing security briefs, and ensuring required security documentation is completed and retained
* Oversee employee security clearance processing through DISS/DoD systems.
* Maintain security personnel records.
* Ensure security requirements flow down to subcontractors.
* Safeguard classified information in accordance with the NISPOM.
* Manage receipt, storage, transmission, reproduction, and destruction of classified material.
* Coordinate with Program Managers to conduct classified inventory audits and compliance checks.
* Establish and maintain successful working relationships with government and internal cust...
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:39
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The Applied Research Test Technology Division in Albuquerque, NM 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.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Type: Permanent Location: Kirtland AFB, US-NM
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:38
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Applied Research Associates (ARA) currently has an immediate opening for a Staff Missile Test Engineer.
The Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support and services to support Naval Surface Warfare Center, Functional Ground Test (FGT) capability. Work is located at Naval Surface Warfare Center – Indian Head, MD. Some travel may be required (CONUS).
Specific duties include: Providing software and simulation expertise for operating and maintaining a FGT platform; and providing engineering support in preparing test plans, presenting test readiness reviews, writing test reports, and conducting testing in accordance with approved SOPs and procedures.
Due to the nature of this work, candidates for this position must be US citizens residing within the US.
This position is located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head (NSWC-IH) and will require you to be onsite.
This position does not allow for a remote or hybrid work schedule.
Required Qualifications:
* Minimum Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university is required and 5-7 years or related experience.
* The candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
* The candidate must be able to obtain medical certification for working with explosives and must be willing to submit to random drug testing.
* Experience with operating computer-based test systems and components including commercial systems such as Global Positioning System simulators and data processing/recording equipment.
Ability to interpret software requirement, algorithm and interface specifications to support software and system performance evaluation. Ability to review test data in support of software and system performance evaluation.
* Engineering knowledge and experience in real-time software development, missile/flight simulation and software models, interface programming (Ethernet, serial, parallel input/output, specialized interface cards), user interface programming, and data processing and evaluation programming.
Experience in evaluating and integrating software and simulation models from external sources.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and optionally, Linux operating systems.
Familiarity with IntervalZero RTX and programming tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio. Familiarity with FORTRAN, C/C++, Ada and optionally Python programming languages.
* Engineering knowledge and technical writing skills to support writing and reviewing test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
Technical writing skills to develop and maintain software documentation including software test plans, version description documents, and user manuals.
* Engineering knowledge in how to conduct testing in accordance with approved standard operating procedures (SOPs) including operating of computer based test system components.
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Type: Permanent Location: Indian Head, US-MD
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:37
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Applied Research Associates, Inc.
is currently seeking Junior Engineers for a growing list of projects involving modernization of energetic materials production facilities, munitions production, and novel production system design.
In this role you will collaborate with explosives and munitions subject matter experts, federal stakeholders, to support research and development capabilities and ongoing production operations.
Candidates for this position must be a US citizen residing within the US. This position is located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head (NSWC-IH) and you must be willing to work onsite.
Employment is contingent upon the successful attainment of at least an Interim Secret clearance, granted by the sponsoring agency.
Junior Engineer Responsibilities Include
Research, develop, test, evaluate (RDT&E), manufacture and provide in service support of energetics and energetic systems.
Working and partnering with subject matter experts to ensure safe and cost-effective execution of production capabilities for energetic materials and related applications (munitions, rockets, warheads, etc.).
* Support the design and implementation of efficient systems and processes
* Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers on various projects.
* Work under supervised direction but ability to independently determine and develop approaches to solutions.
* Continuous learning to develop and ensure technical competence.
* Ensure proper execution of the project including planning, scheduling, and procurements.
* Responsible for the implementation of safety and quality programs.
* Ability to manage and prioritize numerous assignments.
Junior Engineer Qualifications
* Bachelor's in engineering discipline (mechanical, industrial, chemical, etc..) with 0-2 years of experience.
* Demonstrated ability to provide clear written and oral briefings including the ability to adopt content for specific audiences.
* Basic knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
* Familiarity with design software and engineering applications (AutoCAD, MatLAB).
* Demonstrated ability to provide clear written and oral briefings including the ability to adopt content for specific audiences
Junior Engineer Preferred Qualifications
* Advanced Degree in an engineering or related technical field is preferred.
* Experience with the production, handling, processing, and design of energetic materials related to defense applications.
* Process engineering and integration knowledge.
* Knowledge of quality requirements and system qualification.
* Active DOD or DOE security clearance.
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
Company Information:
Applied Research Associates, Inc.
is a 100% employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences.
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Type: Permanent Location: Indian Head, US-MD
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:37
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At ARA, we strive to hire valuable colleagues with not only the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service and growth.
Are you a QA engineer with your hands in multiple stages of the software development process and looking for a change? Or are you a build manager or DevSecOps engineer with a penchant for finding flaws? Our team in Raleigh, NC is looking for an unusual cross between software developer and quality assurance. Our ideal candidate will either be someone with a testing background who has expanded their skillset to include more of the configuration/build management role, or someone from the software build/development side who understands that testing is its own skillset and they happen to have it.
The successful applicant will:
* Plan and implement automated scripts to monitor the health and functionality of a cloud-based software development environment.
* Work closely with cloud engineers to plan and implement verification of services prior to and immediately after deployment.
* Work with network engineers to plan and implement verification of networking changes in a positive and negative testing approach.
* Work with security engineers to design and implement tests and verify security tool configurations and general security of the environment.
* Work with other QA team members to share knowledge and coordinate coverage for occasional after-hours environment changes.
* Document test coverage and methodologies in the team confluence space for future reference
Senior QA Engineer Position Requirements:
* U.S.
Citizenship (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible).
* Current DoD Secret Clearance (or higher)
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field along with 8-10 years of relevant work experience OR equivalent professional experience (13+ years) will be considered for talented candidates without a degree
* Successfully acquire and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access
* Successfully obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+, CCNA-Security, etc.) within 60 days of hire.
* Experience working with software development tools such as: GitLab, Bitbucket, SonarQube, OpenShift, Artifactory
* Must be willing to participate in occasional evening and weekend work as needed
* Willing to work on-site, at least 4 days a week, at our Raleigh, NC location
Senior QA Engineer Position Preferences:
* 3+ years working in hybrid cloud environments (e.g., Azure Government, AWS GovCloud, OpenStack).
* Experience with scripting or automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Terraform).
* Prior experience working in a classified or Special Access Program (SAP) environment.
* Prior experience managing a DevSecOps pipeline
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Type: Permanent Location: Raleigh, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:36
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The Prototype, Manufacturing and Integration (PMI) Division of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc (www.ara.com) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Project Managers on-site at our Madison, AL location.
The Project Manager provides on-site project management support and coordination to complex contract(s), project task(s) or a business unit.
Responsible for managing DoW projects and assisting our Program Manager(s) and associated project managers with managing scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables of dynamic R&D manufacturing projects.
Must possess the ability to perform detail-oriented work, be a well-organized and dedicated individual to coordinate and execute program tasks within cross-functional team(s) and complete all activities within required deadlines.
A Project Manager manages multiple competing priorities, is a proactive problem solver, critical thinker, can work both independently and also as a team player.
Ensure all project activities are carried out in accordance with project commitments or specific objectives/tasks while adhering to quality and productivity standards and meeting client schedules.
This position will require a background check and must have the ability to obtain & maintain a SECRET clearance from the US Department of War. Must be a US Citizen.
Pay Ranges: From $83,000 - $90,000 annually; it is based on years of experience as a specialized Project Management and knowledge that you may bring to the position.
We are seeking the following in a Project Manager:
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical or business degree and 2+ yrs.
experience, OR Degree Waived with 8-10 years of recent and relevant work experience working as a DoW Project Management or industry acquisition activities
* 2+ years’ experience in project management or contract’s role supporting DoW or other scientific/technical programs for scope, cost, and schedule
* 2+ years’ experience as a DoW contractor
* Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
* Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance from the US Department of War
* Contract accounting and reporting
* Project scheduling
* Cross-functional team management and leadership
* Tracking annual fiscal plans and monthly updates, maintenance, and reporting
* Contract administration, purchasing, maintains contract budgets
* Prepares contract billing, estimates materials, equipment, production costs and delivery schedules
* Gather information resource needs, project progress, timeline information, and updating action items, as required
* Review project documents and Statement of Work (SOW) to determine project deliverables
* Maintain deliverables to minimize scope creep and determine impacts to budget and schedule
* Technical understanding of prototyping and manufacturing processes / scheduling and planning / ability to evaluate and implement process impro...
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Type: Permanent Location: Madison, US-AL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-06-03 07:44:35
