Staff Mechanical Engineer 2
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Applied Research Associates, Inc is currently seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer 2 to work in our Concept Development Group (CDG), Southwest Division, located in Albuquerque, NM. ARA’s CDG is a recognized leader in air delivered weapons development, high fidelity shock response modeling, and hard target penetration mechanics. The group is at the forefront of providing digitally engineered solutions to challenging and nationally important weapons related problems. ARA’s CDG is currently working multiple technologically challenging efforts, requiring an individual who is capable of immediate technical and team mentorship contributions.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to interface directly with high-level government clients and will have the responsibility to communicate the results of his or her work to customers. He or she will develop, perform and analyze weapon related non-linear structural analysis simulations using the code LS-DYNA and will work closely with other analysts, engineers, and program managers in a highly collaborative environment. The successful applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, including US citizenship.
Major Duties
Develop and execute strategies for solving complex and nationally important problemsProvide guidance and technical oversite on finite element analysis-based projectsConduct finite element analyses of challenging dynamic structural problems that include contact, nonlinear material behavior and fracture using the explicit finite element code LS-DYNAConstruct finite element meshes of complex geometriesPerform engineering analyses on a variety of projects and prepare supporting documentation detailing technical resultsDevelop new material constitutive models for LS-DYNA based on available test data and engineering judgementTroubleshoot and develop solutions for modeling and simulation challenges for the teamConduct face-to-face meetings and prepare inputs for technical and cost proposals
Required Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or relatedDemonstrated ability to work effectively within a team of peersDemonstrated team leadershipExcellent interpersonal and communications skillsAt least one Finite Element Analysis (or equivalent) course
Position Requirements
US CitizenshipAbility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance5+ years of experience utilizing advanced finite element analysis software packages such as LS-DYNA, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, etc. to perform nonlinear mechanical structural analysisDirect experience with Unix/Linux/Windows operating systems and computer programming languages
Desired Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or relatedPractical mechanical engineering high-strain rate structural response modeling with LS-DYNASecret (or equivalent) clearance in the last 5 yearsExperience developing data analysis codes using programming codes such as Fortran, Python, Matlab, C++, etcExperience developing cost and technical proposalsExperience working with naval programs
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 1,200 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.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.
Job Reference #STAFF007991
AA/EEO
Job Location
Albuquerque, NM, US.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
How To Apply
To apply, visit http://careers.ara.com and search by job reference code STAFF007991.
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