Sr. Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Company Overview

ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies that provide the national security community with unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities.

Our disruptive, integrated solutions, assemblies and subsystems rise to the challenging demands of discerning, mission-critical customers.

We leverage our capabilities to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers and empower them to remain ahead of evolving threats and complexities in a dynamic security landscape.

Job Summary

The Sr. Additive Manufacturing (A.M.) Engineer will lead the design, optimization, and implementation of advanced additive manufacturing technologies for the production of electronic, RF/Microwave, and antenna components. As a senior member of the engineering team, this individual will take on a leadership role in overseeing complex technical projects, providing guidance to junior engineers, and ensuring the successful execution of production milestones. They will be responsible for developing innovative solutions, troubleshooting highly complex issues, and driving continuous improvements in both processes and materials. This position demands advanced technical expertise, strategic decision-making, and the ability to operate independently while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and subcontractors.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Support the design, analysis, and testing of additive manufacturing systems, components, and materials, with a focus on advanced antenna technologies and high-precision electronic/RF components.
• Oversee and optimize the operation of state-of-the-art A.M. printers, particularly those utilizing inkjet, micro pen dispensers, and other advanced techniques for producing complex RF and electronic components.
• Provide support to junior engineers, guiding them through troubleshooting, design improvements, and process optimization.
• Independently manage and prioritize high-complexity tasks and programs, ensuring successful and timely delivery while meeting performance and quality standards.
• Use advanced knowledge of electronic and RF design principles to drive improvements in additive manufacturing processes, ensuring the production of high-quality, defect-free components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, scientists, program management, and material suppliers, to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs and business objectives.
• Lead the creation of technical documentation, including design specifications, test results, whitepapers, proposals, and technical reports for customer presentations, acquisition of new business opportunities, and government contracts.
• Actively engage in the identification, evaluation, and resolution of risks and challenges in the A.M. process, taking a proactive approach to troubleshooting and implementing process improvements.
• Lead the optimization of material selection, process development, and workflow integration to enhance efficiency, reduce production time and cost, and improve overall product performance.
• Play a key role in shaping the future direction of additive manufacturing at the company, exploring new technologies, refining processes, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Represent the company at conferences, trade shows, and meetings with clients or vendors, sharing knowledge and fostering relationships to expand business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality control measures, and industry regulations.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of design efforts, troubleshooting procedures, test results, and customer communications, and effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Position Qualifications

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Competency Statements

• Adaptability - Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilities
• Communication - Ability to communicate thoughts clearly, both oral and written in an honest, open and timely manner
• Job Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge current
• Technical Skill - Possesses the knowledge and skills needed to perform a job or role effectively
• Dependability - Meets deadlines, works independently or in a team environment, is accountable, maintains focus, good attendance record
• Quality - Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve products
• Ethics - Honest, accountable, maintains confidentiality
• Initiative / Take Ownership - Takes action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion, meaning own your job and see it through
• Decision Making - Problem solve and critical thinking skills, be able to reach a decision, takes thoughtful approach when considering options, seeks input from others, makes difficult decisions
• Customer Focus - Understands and can meet the needs in a customer-centric (Internal and External) environment and build strong relationships. Promotes a positive image of the company and strives to solve issues raised by customers

Experience and Skills

• 5-10 years of experience (BS) (PhD with 1-2 years exp.) in additive manufacturing, particularly in the context of electronic/RF components, subsystems, and systems.
• Advanced proficiency in the operation and optimization of A.M. printers for complex designs and high-precision components.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, particularly as applied to RF and microwave systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical direction and fostering continuous learning.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear documentation, reports, proposals, and white papers.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills, including the ability to work cross-functionally with engineers, program managers, subcontractors, and customers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Master's degree or additional certifications in Additive Manufacturing or a relevant technical discipline is a plus.

Antenna Research Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries encourage diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender/ Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran