Computational Scientist

Job Description

Computational Scientist

Job Category: Scientific/Analytical Requisition Number: COMPU007153 Showing 1 location Job Details

Description

The Capital Area Division (CAD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Computational Scientist for our Alexandria, VA location. The ideal candidate has interests in computational methodologies such as computational structural mechanics, shock physics, or fluid dynamics. The candidate should have experience in both running computational models on high-performance computers, as well as developing code for new models or simulation tools written in a compiled language such as Fortran, C, or C++. As such, a proficiency in physics, mathematics, or engineering is highly desirable. The initial focus of this position will be to conduct high-fidelity solid mechanics simulations in classified, high-performance computing environments at Fort Belvoir, VA, as well as developing aids to assist with simulation setup and analysis from the ARA office in Alexandria, VA. Future projects will include using machine learning techniques to create faster running tools for simulating weapons effects environments or other physics-based applications.
This position will place you in a team of engineers and scientists developing modeling, simulation, and analysis tools to address weapons effects environments for a Department of Defense customer. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth by pushing the limits of technology while creating opportunities for cross-training and mentoring within the team. The Computational Scientist may be required to:
Implement new material models or numerical techniques in physics-based codes Enhance existing code bases with a focus on verification and validation of model predictions Utilize high performance computing resources to run sophisticated, high-fidelity simulations Support end-to-end scientific modeling and simulation, to include but not limited to computer aided design (CAD), meshing, deriving model parameters from written reports, simulation setup and execution, visualization, analysis, and reporting to customers
Perform modeling analysis and provide technical guidance in support of customer objectives Work with customers to determine potential areas of interest and provide solutions with new or existing computational approaches

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computational science, computer science, physics, or engineering. Education or experience with computational methods for fluid dynamics or structural mechanics, such as the finite element method Minimum 5 years experience Strong Programming skills to include experience with at least one compiled language such as Fortran, C, or C++. US citizen Must have an active TS clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired Qualifications:

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in computational science, computer science, geophysics, or geotechnical engineering. Proficiency in mathematics, physics, and / or engineering. Experience applying machine learning to physics based models Experience with Linux based high performance computers Experience with meshing software such as CUBIT Experience with scientific computing visualization tools such as ParaView or VisIt

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 1700 professionals. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. We build a positive and collaborative work environment grounded in trust and professional respect that enables each member to effectively contribute to our development efforts, create new concepts and ideas, enable lifelong learning, and pursue work that ignites each owner’s professional passions. Ultimately, we want each team member to assert that this is the best job they have ever had, whether it is the first professional experience out of college or the last job before retirement. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at .
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Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Required
Team Player:* Works well as a member of a group
Innovative:* Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic:* Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented:* Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated:* Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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Motivations

Required

Self-Starter:* Inspired to perform without outside help

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Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Computational Science or related field.

Experience

Required
5-7 years: Relevant work experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)