Senior Systems Engineer 1

Due to the work performed and ARA’s interactions with the defense community, U.S. citizenship is required.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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, and preliminary cost estimates
• Technical understanding of the defense industry Test & Evaluation (T&E) Approved to Operate (ATO) on DoD networks (e.g., enterprise-level IT, NIST RMF, etc.)
• Develop server-based hardware architectures involving a wide range of input/output devices
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
• Supervise layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of experimental or test hardware
• Support assembly of test setups and field testing
• Lead specialized and cross-functional teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent work or military experience
• Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Experience with systems integration of hardware and software (COTS and proprietary)
• Ability to read schematic diagrams
• Experience with technical writing, critical thinking, and collaborative skills
• Experience in prototyping, simulating, and testing integrated sensor systems and electronic controls across a broad range of technologies
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering principles and body of knowledge (SEBoK)
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical operations principles
• Project management of up to $2M/year
• Familiarity with data communications hardware and digital protocols
• Proficiency with technical drawing, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 8–10 years’ experience, or Master’s degree with 6–8 years’ experience, or relevant military experience.

Location

Holloman AFB (Alamogordo, New Mexico)

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.