Senior Computational Research Scientist
Stanton, CA

Job Description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking a talented computational engineer, physicist or mathematician to provide computational support for modeling and simulation of advanced and complex RF systems. A background in fast numerical methods, computational electromagnetics, or signal processing is required.

* The successful candidate will perform R&D of advanced numerical algorithms in computational electromagnetics, computational acoustics, and computational fluid dynamics. The candidate will also participate V&V activities for CREATE-RF SENTRi and provide support in code development and improvement (e.g., new EM features, GUI, and post processing capabilities)
* A working proficiency with Python, FORTRAN, and C/C++ in a Linux/Unix environment is required to work with numerical software.
* Experience with source code version control tools such as Git and continuous software integration such as Jenkins is preferred.
* The candidate will require experience running large-scale parallel first principles EM codes; this experience should be broad-based and include finite element and boundary integral equations, e.g., CREATE-RF SENTRi.

What you'll do as a Senior Computational Research Scientist:

* Lead or participate in CEM projects and V&V activities focused in CREATE-RF SENTRi
* Perform trade study analysis for advanced RF platforms.
* Work with a unique group of highly skilled and experienced mathematicians, physicists, RF/antennas engineers, and computer scientists to solve complex, large-scale computational problems in electromagnetics and related fields.

Requirements for a Senior Computational Research Scientist:

* BS in EE or Computational Physics and seven to nine years' experience
* MS in EE or Computational Physics and five to seven years' experience
* Experience in computational electromagnetics
* Understand the physics of the problem to be solved
* Be able to summarize or describe progress or tasks in technical reports and develop technical presentations.
* The ability to work and collaborate with other engineers and scientists.
* Requires little supervision in developing a milestone schedule or work plan to achieve the final task objectives in a timely manner.
* Participate in developing and writing proposals.
* Candidates selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information.

Preferences for a Senior Computational Research Scientist:

* BS of Computer Engineering/Science
* Working knowledge of FORTRAN, C/C++, Python, and Linux

The work environment and atmosphere in BRD's Computational Physical Sciences (CPS) Group has been compared to a fast-paced graduate school. Our culture is very attractive to both young superstars right out of school and seasoned veterans at the top of their field. While the work can be intense, it's fast-paced in a good, competitive way, and our relaxed office environment keeps things comfortable. If you enjoy a close team environment, problem-solving with the industry's brightest colleagues at your side, and that satisfying feeling of meeting and exceeding client expectations, you'll be happy in our group.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) 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 1,300 professionals 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. ARA 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 are eligible for contributions which 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, Job Code:SENIO02705.