Junior Engineer – Hard Target Mechanics

Job overview

The Junior Engineer – Hard Target Mechanics role is onsite in Kirtland AFB, NM. Compensation is not specified. Applied Research Associates’ Test Technology Division supports tests that characterize weapon effects against targets, with work intended to help develop technologies that safeguard national security. The engineer supports field testing and engineering analysis, from test preparation and data collection through post-test documentation. The role helps turn field measurements into technical conclusions and reports that inform test and engineering work.

What you'll do

• Support field testing and engineering analysis
• provide field engineering support for test preparation, execution, data collection, and post-test documentation
• analyze field data to support conclusions
• contribute to technical reports and briefings
• use coding skills such as MATLAB or Python scripting if available and applicable.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

junior engineer

hard target mechanics

field testing

engineering analysis

data collection

weapon effects testing

mechanical engineering

civil engineering

kirtland afb nm

applied research associates

dod clearance eligibility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting seeks a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related applied science field and the ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance; coding experience is preferred.

About the employer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.