The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University · 1 month ago
Research and Development Engineer
University Park, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$77K/yr - $130K/yrThe Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking multiple entry-level engineers to join their Systems and Emerging Capabilities Division. The role focuses on training and mentoring individuals to support various engineering processes and vehicle systems design in alignment with national defense needs.
Universities
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support analysis, requirements development, systems architecture and concept development, analysis of alternatives, system and requirements decomposition, detailed design processes, systems and process modeling, systems integration and test, verification planning and execution
Vehicle systems design, electrical power and controls, vehicle controls, software or autonomy
Additional experience in one or more relevant technologies/engineering disciplines:
Design, develop and test of undersea vehicles and systems in support of major DoD programs
Perform in-water testing of software on targeted underwater vehicle platform
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline
Strong engineering foundation that will be applied to a variety of projects that range in complexity and technological maturity
Willingness to concurrently work multiple projects (usually 2-3)
Ability to work closely with a team to meet challenging design and program objectives
Candidates should be inquisitive, proactive, and interested in learning new tools, techniques, and problem domains
Candidates should possess strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
Be well-organized, independent, and ready to work with minimal supervision
Feel comfortable working in an environment where problems are often not initially well-defined
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply
Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen
You will be subject to a government security investigation
Preferred
MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW and real-time software programming
CAD tools for schematic capture, layout, and generation of procurement documentation (Altium Design Suite highly recommended)
Underwater vehicle development (UUV, submarine, torpedo)
Research and development experience in autonomy, autonomous systems systems engineering processes, or naval training
Previous Navy systems development as related to unmanned systems
Active Secret/Top Secret clearance
Technical experience related to the development of software for autonomous or unmanned systems
Company
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation.
Founded in 1945
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Dromazos
CFO and Director of Business Services
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