Applied Research Team Leader / Principal Engineer / ...

Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.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 levelPerforming R&D of novel prototype systems for defense-related applicationsExperience transitioning from prototype technologies into fieldable systemsDesign and development of systems with wireless connectivity and real-time embedded processingSignal processing related to acoustic or optical real-time detection and classificationImplementation of machine learning and artificial intelligence on edge hardware systemsThis position is based at ARA's Littleton, Colorado office, where our facilities include extensive laboratory, rapid prototyping, and testing capabilities that support the technology areas listed above. Occasional travel will be required. This position includes a very competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package (including 401k, employee stock ownership, health benefits, personal and holiday leave), excellent work environment, and the opportunity for career advancement.Position RequirementsPh.D. or equivalent in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics or a closely related fieldTrack record of attracting extramural funding including project conceptualization, sponsor interactions, proposal developmentSubject matter expertise as demonstrated through authorship of publications, reports, and/or patentsExperience leading small teams of researchers, engineers, and techniciansApplicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified informationJob LocationThis position is Monday through Friday, on-site at ARA facilities in Littleton, ColoradoPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular

Created: 2026-04-02