Senior Scientist/Engineer, High Power Microwaves (HPM)

Job Description

SARA is seeking senior engineers/physicists with established records of accomplishment in High Power Microwave (HPM) research and development. Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following: analyses/modeling and design of HPM-capable antennas and waveguides; design and modeling of HPM sources; design/modeling of compact high-voltage pulsed-power generation systems and transmission lines; application of HPM diagnostics; planning and execution of experiments with HPM sources and antennas; electronic device, material, and subsystem characterizations; measurement of transient waveforms in both narrowband and wide-band pulsed HPM/HPRF systems; and HPM/HPRF/EMP effects testing. .

Requirements

Possess the ability to independently devise, setup, conduct and analyze tests using instruments to investigate performance characteristics.
Familiar with the use of the Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Visio.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Must have strong documentation skills.
Must be able to interact and lead a team of engineers, subcontractors and customers during the analysis, design and implementation phases of a project.
Knowledge of the Systems Engineering processes, procedures and techniques.
Must be able to obtain a clearance.
Able to work extended hours as required.
U.S. Citizenship required for Security Clearance purposes.
Travel up to 1 week or more per month may be required.
Position location: Albuquerque, NM or Cypress, CA.

Please identify your qualifications for each of these requirements in your cover letter.

About SARA, Inc.

SARA is dedicated to research and development of military and commercial systems. We operate in small teams and provide opportunities for independent research in new fields and technology. SARA is an EEOC/Title VII/ADA compliant employer, with medical and dental benefits, tuition support, flexible work hours, employee project bonus and stock ownership. Salaries at SARA are competitive with industry, and are commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the individual. These descriptions are for positions at SARA’s office in Colorado Springs, Colorado and in the Los Angeles/Orange County area of Southern California, but SARA also has facilities, in Albuquerque, NM, in Tyler, Texas and in Waterbury, Connecticut.

Application

Please send an email to: SARA with your resume attached. Applications without resumes will not be considered.