The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer to support on-going research and development efforts and develop new business in technologies for functional characterization of WMD facilities and their associated power systems.
Are you an electrical engineering virtuoso with a passion for powering the world? Join us as a Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer and become a key player in characterizing large-scale and small-scale industrial, commercial, and institutional projects. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and driving innovation in high-voltage systems, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
The successful candidate will:
- Innovative Design and Development:
- Characterize electrical power systems some of which are clandestine
- Engineer precise load calculations, system sizing, and performance prediction
- Create and refine detailed technical drawings and schematics
- Dynamic Project Management:
- Spearhead projects from vision to reality, delivering on time and within budget
- Collaborate seamlessly with project managers, architects, and contractors
- Present compelling project reports and updates to stakeholders
- Cutting-Edge System Analysis and Optimization:
- Dive deep into system performance analysis to uncover fault exploitation opportunities
- Integrate advanced monitoring and control technologies for maximum efficiency
- Champion predictive maintenance strategies to extend equipment lifespan
- Inspiring Leadership and Development:
- Mentor and inspire junior engineers and technicians
- Foster a collaborative, innovative, and continuous learning environment
- Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within or lead a team of peers, as well as excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Ability to communicate highly technical analyses at a level comprehensible to laymen and senior-level government representatives.
- Must be a US Citizen
- Ability to clearly express in writing technical analysis results
- 6-8 years of experience in solving DoD engineering/science problems
- Practical experience in power systems engineering
- Research and Development of new tools and methodologies to understand and reverse engineer processes and support systems at remote WMD-related facilities
- TS clearance
Desired Qualifications:
- 10 years of experience in solving DoD engineering/science problems
- TS clearance with eligibility for SCI based on single-scope background investigation
- Military or defense-related experience and an understanding of operational planning and functional defeat of hard targets and underground facilities