Applied Research Associates Inc

Junior Industrial Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or related field, with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
  • Basic understanding of engineering principles and practices.
  • Familiarity with design software and applications (AutoCAD, MatLAB).
  • Ability to deliver clear written and oral briefings tailored to specific audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Research, develop, test, and evaluate energetics and energetic systems.
  • Support design and implementation of efficient systems and processes.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers on various projects.
  • Work independently under supervised direction to develop problem-solving approaches.
  • Engage in continuous learning to enhance technical competence.
  • Oversee project planning, scheduling, and procurement execution.
  • Implement safety and quality programs to ensure compliance.

Benefits

  • Work in a high-security environment at Naval Surface Warfare Center.
  • Opportunities for collaboration with subject matter experts and federal stakeholders.
  • Focus on continuous professional development and technical competence.
  • Engagement in projects critical to national defense and energetic materials production.
Full Job Description
Applied Research Associates, Inc. is currently seeking Junior Industrial 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.

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.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or related degree, with 0-2 years of related experience.
  • 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.


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.


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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