Technical Fellow - 1535

SARA Inc-posted about 13 hours ago

$165,000 - $190,000/Yr

Full-time • Mid Level

Onsite • Colorado Springs, CO

51-100 employees

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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… that work. The SARA High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative HPE Technical Fellow to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers. Our small group will allow the candidate to experience, contribute, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary nature from conception all the way through to operation.

Provide senior technical leadership and strategic direction across advanced software, computer engineering, and high-power electromagnetic-based systems for defense and aerospace applications
Define and influence system architectures that integrate software, algorithms, sensors, compute platforms, and high-power system hardware
Lead and contribute to research efforts that advance new capabilities in areas such as high-power electromagnetics, sensing, autonomy, and mission systems
Mentor and develop engineering staff, elevating technical rigor, systems thinking, and research-driven problem solving across teams
Shape internal research and development investments to mature technologies aligned with future customer needs and emerging mission areas
Support new business creation by engaging with customers, identifying technology gaps, and contributing to capture strategies, white papers, and proposals
Serve as a trusted technical authority and interface with internal leadership, customers, and external partners

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a closely related field
15+ years of experience in advanced software, computer engineering, or high-power electromagnetic-based system development for complex technical programs
Broad technical background spanning software engineering, algorithms, and applied physics, with the ability to reason across disciplines
Demonstrated experience providing senior technical leadership, architectural guidance, or subject-matter expertise on research or development programs
Strong systems engineering foundation, including requirements definition, trade studies, and end-to-end solution integration
Demonstrated expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, including model development, training, evaluation, and deployment
in modern programming languages commonly used in AI/ML systems (e.g., C++, Python, or similar) and engineering best practices
Experience developing or supporting research efforts involving modeling, simulation, data analysis, or experimental validation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation, research reporting, and customer briefings
Ability to work in laboratory and test environments as required
US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
May require moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated; moderate physical hazards may exist

Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related discipline
20+ years of relevant experience in defense, aerospace, or advanced research environments
Experience with physics-driven domains such as electromagnetics, RF systems, sensing, or high-energy environments
Familiarity with advanced computing concepts such as edge processing, real-time systems, modeling and simulation, or hardware-software co-design
Experience applying data-driven methods, artificial intelligence, and machine learning within larger software- and high-power electromagnetic-based systems
Exposure to edge AI concepts, including deploying algorithms on resource-constrained or real-time platforms
Proven involvement in business development activities, including shaping technical concepts, supporting proposals, and engaging with government or defense customers
Active DoD Secret clearance, TS preferred

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)

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