Penn State University · 3 months ago
Hydro Controls Research and Development Engineer
Penn State University Park
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $191K/yr
2+ years expPenn State University is seeking a Hydro Controls Research and Development Engineer to join their Applied Research Laboratory. The role involves supporting the design and analysis of marine vehicle hydrodynamics, control effector design, and conducting experimental fluids testing in various environments.
Higher Education
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, assembly, and operation of complex test articles and experiments at ARL water tunnel facilities, government test facilities, and field sites
Perform design and analysis of vehicle control concepts, flight dynamics, and external hydrodynamics or aerodynamics at the component, subsystem and/or full vehicle system level
Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of fluid dynamics as part of multidisciplinary teams on well-defined questions and problems
Perform hands-on work in the preparation and execution of fluid dynamic experiments
Act as part of a team to acquire, analyze, and present technical results
Interact collaboratively with other engineers, researchers, and academic faculty
Lead the design, assembly, and operation of complex test articles and experiments at ARL water tunnel facilities, government test facilities, and field sites
Perform design and analysis of vehicle control concepts, flight dynamics, and external hydrodynamics or aerodynamics at the subsystem or system level
Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of fluid dynamics as part of multidisciplinary teams on ill-defined questions and problems
Manage projects of small or moderate size and scope; make substantial contributions to determining feasibility of project goals and objectives
Collaboratively develop, write, and submit proposals for funded research
Author/co-author reports, presentations, and papers and present to technical employees
Maintain existing and cultivate new external research relationships
Qualification
Required
A BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Strong background in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics
Experience with flight dynamics and controls beyond undergraduate coursework (to include relevant work experience)
Success in an environment where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Effective at presenting in front of professionals, conveying information to drive to action or decision
Previous success with collaborations in a diverse, multi-disciplinary, team-oriented culture
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science for Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional with 14+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science for Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional with 5+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science for Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional with 2+ years of relevant experience
Preferred
A Master's degree or Ph.D
Design and execution of experiments using wind or water tunnels
Demonstrated expertise with vehicle flight dynamics and controls involving design, analysis, or testing
Familiarity with solid modeling/CAD systems, MATLAB, or Simulink
Active government security clearance
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off
Holidays
Vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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