Engineer at SARA in Cypress, California

Job Description:

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions.

The Artificial Perception & Threat Awareness (APTA) division at SARA is making the future of Aerospace and Autonomy happen now, with a charter to create new and emerging sensor perception technologies for Commercial & Military markets. Our innovative technologies include RF, optical and acoustic sensors enabled with innovative embedded algorithms, machine learning and robust networking.

The APTA division is looking for an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Research and Development Engineer or Physicist to support research & development (R&D) as well as product prototyping and low-rate production efforts in Cypress, CA. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with other talented engineers, software developers, physicists, and technicians on varied programs supporting government agencies, their contractors, and commercial entities. The selectee will have the freedom to exercise their initiative, adaptability, drive, and of course, engineering/physics skills in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

The R&D Engineer/Physicist will be a part of small R&D and/or product development teams – helping to bring ideas and theories to practice and then to physical reality. This is a hands-on job that will have you in the lab or workshop as much as you are on the computer. As part of R&D efforts, you will perform experiments, analyses, and design/build proof of concept hardware to demonstrate feasibility in practice. On product development teams, you will design, fabricate, assemble, integrate, and test prototype or low-rate production systems to meet customer or business needs. In either capacity, the R&D Engineer/Physicist will support and embrace the roles and responsibilities defined by program leadership.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performing proof-of-concept analysis and/or simulations
• Designing experimental hardware
• Supporting and leading field tests
• Analyzing and reporting test data

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline (i.e., mechanical, electrical, software, aerospace, etc.) or physics
• 0 to 3 years applicable experience
• Physical ability to assemble and manipulate small electronic and mechanical assemblies, as appropriate
• Physical ability to work with laboratory and test equipment, as appropriate
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office tool suite
• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in an engineering discipline or physics
• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software
• Experience with OrCAD or similar electronic design tool
• MATLAB experience
• LabVIEW experience
• Conversant in some of the following subjects: Mechanical design, Electrical and Electronic design & operation, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Signal Processing algorithms, Electromagnetic/Radio Frequency/Acoustic phenomenology

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Tuition & certification reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range:

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $90,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers– no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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