Applied Research Associates Inc

Junior Electrical Engineer

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in health sciences, engineering, chemistry, or biological sciences
  • 0-2 years of related work experience
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance
  • Experience with regulatory compliance in process safety and material handling
  • Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to pass a DOT medical exam
  • Ability to pass a drug screening

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate test equipment and facilities for fault tolerance
  • Ensure electrical safety of components connected to ordnance UUT
  • Perform engineering tasks in design and planning for electrical systems
  • Oversee manufacture and maintenance of electrical equipment
  • Collaborate with other engineers to enhance production efficiency
  • Adapt to rapid changes in program scope and priorities

Benefits

  • Work onsite in a high-activity environment
  • Opportunity to collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team
  • Exposure to advanced engineering practices in a governmental setting
  • Contributing to safety and compliance in crucial defense projects
Full Job Description
In this position, you will evaluate the test equipment, ordnance and test facility / ship for fault tolerance and ensure that the associated components of the equipment (Cabling, hardware, laptop and related software) while connected to the ordnance Unit Under Test (UUT) has been evaluated for electrical safety. Performs a variety of engineering work in designing, planning and overseeing manufacture, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of electric or electronic components, equipment, systems, facilities, and machinery used in generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy for domestic, commercial, and industrial consumption. Works directly with engineers in other disciplines to augment production size and value

Work Environment Details: The duties of this role must be performed entirely onsite within a high-activity environment that features standard industrial/office lighting and ambient noise. Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position, certain workspace modifications-such as isolating the worker in a quiet, dimly lit, or entirely private office-cannot be accommodated while fulfilling the core responsibilities of this role.

Employment is contingent upon the successful attainment of at least an Interim Secret clearance, granted by the sponsoring agency.

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 and will require you to be onsite. This position does not allow for a remote or hybrid work schedule.

Requirements of a Junior Electrical Engineer

    • Bachelor's degree in occupational health, industrial hygiene, engineering, chemistry or biological sciences, plus 0-2 years of related work experience.
    • U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
    • Experience with process safety and material handling ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
    • Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, dynamic environments, managing rapid changes in program scope, funding, and priorities.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor presentations and reports to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
    • Ability to undergo and pass a Department of Transportation compliant medical physical exam.
    • Ability to undergo and pass a drug screening.


Anticipated Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

About Applied Research Associates Inc

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee-owned research and engineering company that provides technical solutions to complex problems in various fields, including defense, homeland security, intelligence, transportation, and energy. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, NM. ARA has over 1,600 employees and operates from more than 20 locations across the United States and Canada. The company's services include research and development, engineering, testing and evaluation, and consulting.
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1979

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