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Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Applied Research Associates, Inc | Alexandria, VA

Posted Date 6/02/2025
Description

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

 

Salary95,000.00 - 160,000.00 Annual
Job Type
Full-time

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