Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
2-4 years of relevant work experience, or 0-2 years with a Master's.
U.S. citizenship with eligibility for security clearance.
Proficiency in analytical and technical skills for energetic materials.
Experience managing complex projects with diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of process safety and regulatory compliance.
Strong leadership and mentoring abilities in multi-disciplinary teams.
Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Responsibilities
Assist in project execution of energetic operations in M41.
Develop and write standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Gain safety approval for SOPs and ensure compliance.
Prepare cost proposals and assist in project planning.
Provide technical oversight and ensure quality requirements are met.
Contribute to engineering solutions for project challenges.
Communicate project results effectively, both orally and in writing.
Benefits
Onsite work environment fostering collaboration and immediate communication.
Engagement in high-activity operations with active equipment.
Opportunity to work on complex projects with government and contractors.
Potential for professional growth in a dynamic, high-pressure setting.
Full Job Description
Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The engineer will assist in project execution of energetic operations in M41. They will be required to develop, write, demonstrate, route, and gain safety approval of standard operating procedures. Knowledge of SOP writing, general engineering knowledge of mixing, pressing and/or machining technologies, and understanding of typical safety review processes is required. The engineer will also perform basic project engineering duties to include: preparing cost proposals, assist in planning project execution, assist in providing technical oversight, ensuring quality requirements are met, contribute to development of engineering solutions to problems, and communicate project results both orally and in writing.
Work Environment Details: This position operates entirely onsite in a high-activity environment that features an open-plan layout collaborative workspace where visual line-of-sight monitoring and immediate verbal team communication are required at all times. The workspace features active operational equipment, standard facility fluorescent light and ambient machinery noise. Regular, in-person interaction with on-site team members in this workspace are essential functions 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 Mechanical Engineer
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related scientific field with 2-4 years of related work experience, or a Master's with 0-2 years of experience.
S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Proven proficiency in a range of analytical and technical skills for the synthesis, monitoring, and scaling of energetic materials.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple, complex projects, including the integration and coordination of diverse stakeholders such as government agencies, contractors, and vendors.
Experience with process safety and material handling ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Excellent leadership and coordination skills, with a track record of leading and mentoring multi-disciplinary engineering teams across multiple project phases.
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: $87,000 - $115,000
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.
