Applied Research Team Leader / Principal Engineer / Principal Scientist

Salary Range: $150,696 USD to $251,160 USD

**Description**

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer or Principal Scientist with a proven ability to lead applied research programs and successfully secure funding to support and grow those efforts. Strong candidates will possess the vision, creativity, and drive to grow and lead a group in the candidate’s area of subject matter expertise. Candidates may also contribute to our existing applied research programs which involve work related to acoustics, optical and laser systems, soldier medical technologies, maritime technologies and testing, and defense related rapid prototyping. Candidates for this position should have experience in one or more of the following areas:

+ Performing engineering or applied physics research at a deep technical level
+ Performing R&D of novel prototype systems for defense-related applications
+ Experience transitioning from prototype ...