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ARA · 16 hours ago

Applied Research, Rapid Prototyping, and Embedded Systems Principal Electrical Engineer

Littleton, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking experienced Principal Electrical Engineers or Principal Program Managers with a focus on applied research and technology innovation. The role involves leading a small group in the development of novel prototype systems for defense applications, including mechatronic systems, signal processing, and machine learning implementations.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Research and development of novel prototype systems for defense-related applications, spanning multiple Technology Readiness Levels

Design and development of mechatronic systems with wireless connectivity and real-time embedded processing and control

Signal processing related to real-time detection, classification and tracking in one or more domains (land, sea, air, or space)

Implementation of machine learning and artificial intelligence on hardware systems such as sensors, drones, robots, including centralized and edge implementations

Research & development with interdisciplinary teams including academic, government, and private organizations

Systems engineering and rapid prototyping with a focus on realizing novel concepts for new technology

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringMechatronicsSignal ProcessingEmbedded ProcessingRapid PrototypingMachine LearningRoboticsSystems EngineeringProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeC/C++Communication Skills

Required

US citizenship is required

M.S. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, physics, robotics, computer science or closely related field

Track record of attracting extramural funding including project conceptualization, sponsor interactions, proposal development

Recognized expertise in one or more of the following areas: electronics design, mechatronics, computer science, rapid prototyping, signal processing, embedded processing, robotics, systems engineering, automation, aerospace

Five or more years' experience in a Principal Scientist/Engineer role, leading small teams of researchers, engineers, or technicians

Excellent verbal and written communications skills as demonstrated by presentations at conferences, publications or reports, interactions with government or commercial sponsors

High proficiency with Microsoft Office and one or more of the following tools: Circuit design tools, image processing tools, signal processing simulation, SolidWorks, C/C++, or other specialized engineering or modeling tools

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information