Applied Research Associates, Inc.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. ARA is an international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically excell Applied Research Associates, Inc.

(ARA) is an international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically excellent solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. Our mission is to provide in-depth and diversified research, engineering, and technical support services. We have a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil engineering, computer software and simul

ation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and blast testing and measurement. We also provide sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement evaluation, and specialized robotic vehicles. Founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979, ARA has grown steadily and now has offices throughout the United States and Canada. With over 1200 employees, most of whom have advanced degrees in engineering and the physical sciences, we have the breadth to tackle the most challenging technical problems. ARA is an employee-owned company dedicated to producing innovative solutions in a timely and cost effective manner. One of our greater strengths is our ability to recruit and retain renowned experts from diverse technical fields. This keeps us fresh technically and continually broadens the scope of our capabilities. ARA's success stems directly from our Operating Principles, which are:

• Technical excellence
• Responsiveness
• Effective communication
• Strong fiscal and schedule control
• Client confidentiality

Interested in a career at ARA? Visit us at http://bit.ly/ARATalent to view current job openings and join our Talent Network!

Space superiority starts with awareness. Turning space domain data into decision advantage demands more than sensors. It...
09/04/2026

Space superiority starts with awareness. Turning space domain data into decision advantage demands more than sensors. It requires resilient architectures, modeling and simulation, data fusion, cyber resilient systems, and mission engineering to detect, characterize, and protect activity in an increasingly contested environment. Meet our team at AFA Air, Space & Cyber 2026, Booth #149 and see how ARA is Accelerating Mission Advantage.

Army modernization needs integrated solutions. ARA connects engineering, modeling, testing, manufacturing, digital moder...
09/04/2026

Army modernization needs integrated solutions. ARA connects engineering, modeling, testing, manufacturing, digital modernization, training, and trusted expertise across four mission markets. We move complex problems toward fielded capability. Bring us your challenge at AUSA Booth 1917.

ARA is proud to sponsor and exhibit at the Fifth Symposium on Pavement Structural Evaluation with Traffic Speed Deflecti...
09/01/2026

ARA is proud to sponsor and exhibit at the Fifth Symposium on Pavement Structural Evaluation with Traffic Speed Deflection Devices (TSDDs) in Kansas City, Sept 15–16. As a national leader in transforming TSDD data into actionable strategies for extending pavement life and optimizing network performance, ARA continues to advance the field through practical innovation and proven expertise.

ARA’s Ali Morovatdar will share new insights on backcalculation using TSDD deflection slopes and multi-state TSD data interpretation, highlighting how we help state DOTs enhance pavement design, improve asset management decisions, and unlock the full value of technologies.

We take security seriously.ARA holds the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level 2 status, demonstrating...
09/01/2026

We take security seriously.

ARA holds the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level 2 status, demonstrating we meet stringent federal cybersecurity requirements that help protect national security.

Learn more at https://www.ara.com/who-we-are.

Join our team! ARA is hiring a Development Mechatronics Engineer to assist our Engineering and Scientific staff in perfo...
08/28/2026

Join our team! ARA is hiring a Development Mechatronics Engineer to assist our Engineering and Scientific staff in performing integration of COTS software with unique test articles and research platforms. This position will be responsible for specifying and installing control systems and maintaining and coding new applications to optimize performance. The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Apply today at https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1010ARAI/JobBoard/07442cec-d18e-4589-ab15-8342edc29af7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=fb9165de-1bf4-4de8-82a8-1e89378ff5b1

Technical excellence and innovation drive everything we do.With a shared commitment to delivering solutions that make an...
08/28/2026

Technical excellence and innovation drive everything we do.

With a shared commitment to delivering solutions that make an impact, we’re solving critical global problems spanning infrastructure, energy, environment, and health.

Learn more about what we do at https://www.ara.com/.

We’re hiring! ARA has an exciting opportunity for a Field and Lab Electronics Technician with relevant experience and sk...
08/27/2026

We’re hiring! ARA has an exciting opportunity for a Field and Lab Electronics Technician with relevant experience and skills. We’re looking for an applicant to support field testing at Kirtland Air Force Base, Applied Moriarity Range, and White Sands Missile Range locations. The applicant must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance and should be familiar with development, data acquisition, circuit testing and troubleshooting of legacy and new electro-mechanical systems.

Apply today at https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1010ARAI/JobBoard/07442cec-d18e-4589-ab15-8342edc29af7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=694b31f9-1c11-4c94-a7b4-153444d8bdb5

Ready to join our Albuquerque team? ARA is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer for a Design and Requirements Engineer posit...
08/26/2026

Ready to join our Albuquerque team? ARA is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer for a Design and Requirements Engineer position. This position would assist the Engineering and Scientific staff in integrating COTS software with unique test articles and research platforms. We’re looking for a candidate with previous experience in systems integration of hardware and software who can support the engineering design development process.

To learn more and apply visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1010ARAI/JobBoard/07442cec-d18e-4589-ab15-8342edc29af7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=7eb965d9-4c65-4dc4-a5be-96ad91ed9782

We’re hiring! ARA is looking for an experienced Information System Security Officer to join our Albuquerque security tea...
08/26/2026

We’re hiring! ARA is looking for an experienced Information System Security Officer to join our Albuquerque security team. This position is based in-person and would support the ISSM in managing, operating, and maintaining compliance of classified information systems under the National Industrial Security Program.

Learn more and apply today at https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1010ARAI/JobBoard/07442cec-d18e-4589-ab15-8342edc29af7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=644dc59e-322f-4c67-91bb-a61ae1fcf663

Address

4300 San Mateo Boulevard NE, Ste A220
Albuquerque, NM
87110

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15058818074

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