Career Opportunities

Maryland Area

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation is seeking to fill the following full-time permanent positions for our Engineering & Systems Division. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR (www.atrcorp.com) is an equal-opportunity 100-employee engineering company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines, including modeling and simulation and electromagnetic measurement, for the government and Fortune 500 commercial customers.

If Interested, please contact the Director of Human Resources
(E-mail) hr.atr@atcorp.com
(Phone) (443)766-7886
(Fax) (443)766-7887
EOE

Robotics Engineer (Full-Time) - Posted 3/14/08

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation is seeking a robotics engineer for a cross-disciplinary team that develops robotic systems for unstructured environments. Our current projects include the development of the control system for a motion-compensated, shipboard crane and the development of a shipboard, inertially stabilized UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) recovery system. Based in Columbia, Maryland, ATR (www.atrcorp.com) is a well-established, equal-opportunity, 100-employee engineering company with a solid reputation in robotics and control. We are looking for an exceptional engineer with hands-on experience.

Job Description:

• Participate as a team member on robotic system development projects.

• Apply technical expertise in the area of sensor-based control to both manipulator and vehicle systems.

• Provide support for proposal preparation, business development, and engineering development process improvement.

Requirements:

• Minimum B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related field (M.S. or PhD preferred).

• Project-related experience in robot control. Experience in nonlinear control a plus.

• Experience in testing and integration of hardware and software. Experience with motion sensors such as IMUs, GPS, cameras, lasers, etc. a plus.

• Experience in digital filtering and algorithm development.

• A track record of delivering pragmatic product solutions is a big plus, as is full lifecycle experience including deployment, support and maintenance of delivered systems.

• Open to learning new programming languages and architectures.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• U. S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

Position is located at ATR Headquarters in Columbia, Maryland

Mechanical Engineer (Full-Time) - Posted 3/14/08

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation is seeking a mechanical engineer for a cross-disciplinary team that develops robotic systems for unstructured environments. Based in Columbia, Maryland, ATR (www.atrcorp.com) is a well-established, equal-opportunity, 100-employee engineering company with a solid reputation in robotics and control.

Job Description:

• Perform mechanical design, including concept generation and analysis of components for novel computer-controlled, electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic machines

• Support fabrication and assist in integrating and testing of demonstration articles and prototypes

• Support document preparation including developing CAD illustrations and drawings for proposals and reports

Requirements:

• Minimum of B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field (graduate degree preferred)

• Minimum three years of engineering experience

• Project-related experience with machine dynamics and simulation, robot motion analysis, and control theory

• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and hands-on experience with basic machine design methodology

• Flexible and adaptable (willing to work on a variety of technical problems and support multiple projects at the same time)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• U. S. citizenship or permanent residency required

Position is located at ATR Headquarters in Columbia, Maryland

CNC Programmer / Machinist for Hass Mill (Full-Time) - Posted 3/14/08

A full-time, qualified part programmer is needed for our Systems Automation Division in Columbia, MD. This position will be involved in parts programming, electromechanical prototypes and in production of aluminum and steel parts.

Job Description:

• Manage the operations of the machine shop - Maintain project and general stock materials, keep tools calibrated, maintain supplies, and keep the shop organized.
• Machining Operations
• Project Support - Review designs and make drawings and recommendations where appropriate. Review tolerances on components, machines, and whole systems as required.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in safe operations of all basic fabrication tools - grinders, saws, drill press, etc.
• Ability to read part drawings.
• Proficiency in Basic Lathe and Milling machine.
• High proficiency in operations of the Haas CNC Mill.
• High proficiency in translating ACAD drawings to Haas CNC machine code.
• Proficient in production manufacture of project parts.
• Proficiency in "one off" part fabrication for prototype builds.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Must be a Permanent Resident or US Citizen.

Position is located at ATR Headquarters in Columbia, Maryland

Engineer (Full-Time)

Openings: 4 

Job Description: 

Position is with a small and rapidly growing laboratory group performing analysis, design, test planning, test direction, data analysis, and applications programming in support of the design, deployment, operation, and data reduction of electro-magnetic sensors and associated systems, and naturally occurring electro-magnetic phenomena relative to the operation of Navy ships.  Job experience with the Navy and other DoD laboratories is a plus.  

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Applied Math or Physics.
• Experience, coursework and interest in the following areas a plus:  finite element analysis, computer programming, numerical methods, physics, solid mechanics, dynamics, analog electronics design, data acquisition and analysis, and electro-magnetism. 
• Must be a self- starter and willing to learn.  We are looking for applicants with high level of technical/intellectual curiosity and the ability to work independently.

Candidate MUST be a US citizen without dual citizenship with other country, and the ability to obtain a SECRET level of security clearance. Current clearance is a plus.   

Position is located in West Bethesda, Maryland

Computer Scientist (Full-Time)

Openings: 2

ATR Corp is looking for talented Computer Scientists with a desire to apply and develop their Java programming skills, to join our Simulation Team in developing web applications for underwater electromagnetic signature susceptibility assessment for naval combatants.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the entire life-cycle of product development working with engineering leads, architects, analysts and program managers

• Help implement the overall design of applications ranging from the Data Access Layer all  the way through the UI layers

• Interpret business and functional requirements into a strong design

• Document design solutions and implement according to the design

• Develop comprehensive unit test harnesses for all code developed

• Apply industry best practices when project requirements are lacking

• Reduce complexity through abstraction, separation, and partitioning

Required Skills:

• BS in CS
• Desire to develop web applications with the Java API's.
• Understanding of Web standards (HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, MySQL, TomCat)
• Strong Java skills and object oriented design experience, including working knowledge of core libraries, design patterns, JSP and Servlets
• Ability to keep pace with existing developers, demonstrate self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm
• Present ideas, expectations and information in a concise, well-organized way
• Manage time well, correctly prioritizing tasks
• Strong problem solving skills, adaptable, proactive and willing to take ownership
• Strong commitment to quality, architecture and documentation
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Software Development Lifecycle tools (Ant, JUnit, CruiseControl, NetBeans, etc.)

Candidate MUST be a US citizen without dual citizenship with other country, and the ability to obtain a SECRET level of security clearance. Current clearance is a plus.   

 Position is located in West Bethesda, Maryland

Competitive salary according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive benefits package including Medical/Dental Insurance, free Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability and ADD Insurance, and 401(k) plan.

If Interested, please contact the Director of Human Resources
(E-mail) hr.atr@atcorp.com
(Phone) (443)766-7886
(Fax) (443)766-7887
EOE

Virginia Area

Facility Engineer [Senior Analyst] (Full-Time)

Openings: 1 

Job Description:  

• Participate in all aspects of Navy Facility acquisition, design, construction and activation.
• Assist in the development of Basic Facility Requirement (BFR) documentation to support facility acquisition.
• Develop other acquisition documentation such as DD1391’s, Cost Estimates, high level design concepts and assist in development of facility acquisition justification briefings.
• Compile user requirements and develop Design Criteria Documents to detail all facility requirements in a format easily understand by the Architect and Engineer assigned to actually design the facility.
• Participate in design meetings and review/comment on design drawings/specifications.
• Participate during construction by attending QC meetings, reviewing change orders for design impact and conducting walk-throughs to ensure facility is being constructed according to the drawings and specifications.
• Develop Activation Plans detailing required activation activities needed to make a functional facility.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum BS Engineering, Physics, Architecture or Construction Technology
• Experience with building design including use of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Experience with building construction
• Experience with Navy or Military Facilities Acquisition

Candidate MUST be a US citizen without dual citizenship with other country, and the ability to obtain a SECRET level of security clearance. Current clearance is a plus.

Competitive salary according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive benefits package including Medical/Dental Insurance, free Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability and ADD Insurance, and 401(k) plan.

Position is located in Dahlgren, Virginia

If Interested, please contact the Director of Human Resources
(E-mail) hr.atr@atcorp.com
(Phone) (443)766-7886
(Fax) (443)766-7887
EOE

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