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Applied Research Associates (ARA)

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Applied Research Associates (ARA), Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350


The Capital Area Division (CAD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking energetic and experienced

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with backgrounds in supporting the Government in the planning and execution of large technology programs. Specifically, we are seeking a site leader to lead local activities supporting the development of a multi-component system comprising space, land, air, and naval surface warfare, electronic warfare, tactical intelligence, and special operations components. The successful applicant for this contingent position will support the DoD in the National Capital Region.This position supporting the DoD’s Assault Breaker II (ABII) program requires a candidate with experience performing a variety of program leadership and coordination functions, including:Technology transition and working group participationCoordination of team activities and schedulesRepresenting the ARA contractor team on-siteIdentification and execution of advanced modeling & simulation capabilities to support transition of advanced warfighting architectures for operational use and the development of capabilities needed to realize those designsDevelopment of strategic and technical plansResearch to support procurement activities, schedules, and technology/system transferSupport to assessments, demonstrations, and field trialsAssisting in the assembly of senior advisory panels to provide studies and assessments on the systems and technologies supporting ABIISupport to systems architecture developmentRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution10 years of relevant experienceCurrent and active TS clearance with SCI eligibilityDemonstrated experience in a site lead capacityExperience in one or more of the following areas: space, land, air, and naval surface warfare, electronic warfare, tactical intelligence, special operations, and wargamingStrong written and verbal communications skills and excellent time management skillsDesired Qualifications:Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense and/or DARPAModeling and simulation activitiesKill chain analysisCapability gap analysisThis position is contingent upon award of a contract (one base year + four option years) expected in September/October 2024 supporting the Department of Defense.COMPANY 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 2000 professionals. 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 generates 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 visit our website at www.ara.com .Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the

Site Lead

position.ExperienceRequired

The Capital Area Division (CAD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking energetic and experienced

Site Lead

with backgrounds in supporting the Government in the planning and execution of large technology programs. Specifically, we are seeking a site leader to lead local activities supporting the development of a multi-component system comprising space, land, air, and naval surface warfare, electronic warfare, tactical intelligence, and special operations components. The successful applicant for this contingent position will support the DoD in the National Capital Region.This position supporting the DoD’s Assault Breaker II (ABII) program requires a candidate with experience performing a variety of program leadership and coordination functions, including:Technology transition and working group participationCoordination of team activities and schedulesRepresenting the ARA contractor team on-siteIdentification and execution of advanced modeling & simulation capabilities to support transition of advanced warfighting architectures for operational use and the development of capabilities needed to realize those designsDevelopment of strategic and technical plansResearch to support procurement activities, schedules, and technology/system transferSupport to assessments, demonstrations, and field trialsAssisting in the assembly of senior advisory panels to provide studies and assessments on the systems and technologies supporting ABIISupport to systems architecture developmentRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution10 years of relevant experienceUS citizenCurrent and active TS clearance with SCI eligibilityDemonstrated experience in a site lead capacityExperience in one or more of the following areas: space, land, air, and naval surface warfare, electronic warfare, tactical intelligence, special operations, and wargamingStrong written and verbal communications skills and excellent time management skillsDesired Qualifications:Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense and/or DARPAModeling and simulation activitiesKill chain analysisCapability gap analysisThis position is contingent upon award of a contract (one base year + four option years) expected in September/October 2024 supporting the Department of Defense.COMPANY 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 2000 professionals. 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 generates 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 visit our website at www.ara.com .Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the

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position.ExperienceRequired

10 - 12 years: Relevant work experienceEducationRequired

Bachelors or betterBehaviorsRequired

Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupFunctional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subjectEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellMotivationsRequired

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpJob Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safeGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)See job descriptionReceive tips & info on cleared job search, security clearances and career development.

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