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Senior Systems Engineer 1

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$109K - $182K/yr

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced ... This role works closely with program managers and prime contractors to evaluate technical solutions ...

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Senior Laser Engineer 2

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... operational stakeholders. This position is contingent upon ARA securing a contract, customer ... Strong technical communication skills for internal leadership, program managers, and external ...

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$125 - $150/hr

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced ... This role works closely with program managers and prime contractors to evaluate technical solutions ...

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Senior Systems Engineer 1

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced ... This role works closely with program managers and prime contractors to evaluate technical solutions ...

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Senior Design Engineer 1

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$109K - $182K/yr

... operations for a technical system and its interaction(s) with other systems. * Manage multiple ... ARA' Benefits Package Includes: * 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution

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Senior Systems Engineer 1

Holloman Air Force Base, NM · On-site

$90K - $123K/yr

Due to the work performed and ARA's interactions with the defense community, US Citizenship is ... Mechanical and electrical operations principles * Project management of up to $2M/year * Familiar ...

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Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$52 - $69.25/hr

Define and maintain operational standards, runbooks, support procedures, escalation paths, and ... Experience managing AI tooling on Kubernetes including MCP Servers, LLM platforms (vLLM, Ollama ...

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Senior Test Manager

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

The Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for a Senior Test Manager with significant experience in leading DOW developmental and operational test (DT/OT ...

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Senior AI Systems Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

Lead the deployment, integration, and operational support of AI platforms, tools, and services ... management. * Implement infrastructure automation using scripting, Infrastructure as Code, and ...

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Senior Integrated Master Scheduler

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position ...

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Junior Electrical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position ...

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Control Systems Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$87K - $115K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position ...

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Senior AI Technologist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$48.75 - $63/hr

... challenges and improve operational efficiency. This role focuses on applying existing AI ... Understanding of data quality management practices, including validation, normalization ...

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$100 - $125/hr

... Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced Information System Security ... The Information System Security Officer (ISSO) supports the ISSM in the management, operation, and ...

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AED Division Administrator

Cypress, CA · On-site

$75K - $96K/yr

The AED Division Administrator plays a vital role in keeping the division's day to day operations ... Coordinates and manages ARA required training for the division * Works with employees and new hires ...

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AED Division Administrator

Cypress, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The AED Division Administrator plays a vital role in keeping the division's day to day operations ... Coordinates and manages ARA required training for the division * Works with employees and new hires ...

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Staff Mechanical Engineer

Mcalester, OK · On-site

$87K - $115K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Demonstrated experience managing multiple, complex projects, including the integration and ...

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Staff Mechanical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$87K - $115K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position ...

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Senior Propellant Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$130K - $145K/yr

ARA's team solves problems related to national defense and security. We are actively searching for ... Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position ...

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Senior Systems Engineer 1

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

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$109K - $182K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support requirements development, trade studies, system architecture, and interface definition for weapons and munitions across the system life cycle.

  • Review and assess contractor technical data, designs, analyses, and test plans to ensure compliance with system requirements, safety standards, and government intent.

  • Participate in developmental and operational test planning and execution, including travel to test sites, range activities, and post-test analysis and reporting.

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Southwest Division (SWD) is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our Concept Development Group (CDG), located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. CDG boasts a multidisciplinary team of engineers performing research, development, and analysis and test for developmental weapon programs. As a Senior Systems Engineer you will provide technical support for Department of War programs, ensuring weapons and munitions systems are effectively designed, integrated, tested, and fielded. This role works closely with program managers and prime contractors to evaluate technical solutions, manage risk, and support milestone decisions. The position blends in-office program execution with travel to support test and integration activities. An ideal candidate is a technically strong, mission-focused engineer who can translate complex weapons system details into clear, actionable guidance for program leadership while collaborating effectively across government and industry teams.
Job Location: Remote work may be available for the right candidate.
What you'll do as a Senior Systems Engineer
  • Provide subject matter expertise in weapons and munitions Systems Engineering to support a team, working day-to-day with Program Managers, Lead Engineers, and functional leads.
  • Support requirements development, trade studies, system architecture, and interface definition for weapons and munitions across the system life cycle (development, integration, test, fielding, and sustainment).
  • Review and assess contractor technical data, designs, analyses, and test plans to ensure compliance with system requirements, safety standards, and government intent.
  • Engage with prime contractors and government stakeholders during technical interchange meetings, design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), and working groups to resolve technical issues and risks.
  • Support weapons and munitions integration activities, including platform interfaces, stores compatibility, employment concepts, and certification considerations.
  • Participate in developmental and operational test planning and execution, including travel to test sites, range activities, and post-test analysis and reporting.
  • Identify technical risks, assess impacts to cost/schedule/performance, and provide actionable recommendations to the government team to inform program decisions.

Senior Systems Engineer Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).
  • 7-9 Years Experience supporting DoD or Army or Air Force weapons, munitions, or stores integration programs.
  • Working knowledge of Systems Engineering principles, requirements management, risk management, and technical reviews.
  • Ability to analyze contractor technical products and communicate findings clearly to government stakeholders.
  • Willingness and ability to travel in support of test and program activities.
  • Active Secret clearance, with ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
  • Ability to perform requirements identification, analysis, documentation, and tracking
  • Ability to analyze customer needs and turn them into system requirements
  • Ability to work with customers in a test environment
  • Ability to develop improved methods to increase program efficiency
  • Team player with a proactive attitude
  • Strong oral and written communications skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct experience supporting DOW programs
  • Familiarity with weapons certification, airworthiness, safety, and/or MIL-STD compliance processes.
  • Experience with developmental and operational test planning and execution.
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, life-cycle management, and risk management practices.
  • Previous experience working with major defense prime contractors on weapons or munitions programs.
  • Active Top-Secret clearance or experience working in SCI/SAP environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently execute technical tasks while effectively supporting Government-led teams in a collaborative role.
  • Ability to use statistical analysis methods and tools
  • Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and practices

Compensation & Benefits: Pay Range: From $109,200 to $182,020 USD per year based on years of experience, degree and any special skills and knowledge that they may bring to the position. ARA offers competitive benefits that address our employees' needs now and in the future. Learn more about each of our benefits at https://www.ara.com/benefits/
Company & Division Information
Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,200 employee-owners and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees contributions not only add to the company's success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.
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