Senior Chemical Engineer

Ara - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Senior

Alexandria, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Chemical Engineer at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) will play a pivotal role in supporting ongoing research and development efforts, particularly in the functional characterization of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) facilities. This position involves innovative design and development, dynamic project management, and cutting-edge system analysis and optimization, all while mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Characterize the structure of WMD facilities, including clandestine ones.
• Conduct reverse engineering of chemical processes.
• Engineer precise load calculations, system sizing, and performance predictions.
• Create and refine detailed technical drawings and schematics.
• Spearhead projects from vision to reality, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and contractors.
• Present project reports and updates to stakeholders.
• Perform chemical engineering analysis to identify fault exploitation opportunities.
• Advance reverse engineering capabilities.
• Mentor and inspire junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in solving DoD or industry chemical engineering problems.
• Practical experience in chemical engineering research and development.
• Ability to communicate highly technical analyses to laymen and senior-level government representatives.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Ability to express technical analysis results clearly in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within or lead a team.

Nice-to-haves

• 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 understanding of operational planning and functional defeat of hard targets.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Challenging work environment that fosters innovation and experimentation