Penn State University · 1 month ago
Maritime Systems Research and Development Engineer - Springfield, VA
Reston, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$109K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expPenn State University is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to join their Systems Engineering and Rapid Prototyping Division. This role involves managing undersea research and development programs and advising on advanced ocean systems to meet Naval Intelligence requirements.
Higher Education
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plan and manage elements of an applied undersea research and development program to improve existing capabilities or develop new capabilities to satisfy Naval Intelligence requirements
Utilize project management, systems engineering, contract management, and acquisition best practices to transition advanced undersea systems to a diverse set of mission partners
Advise Senior Officials on topics related to Unmanned Undersea Vehicles (UUVs), Autonomous Undersea Vehicles (AUVs), robotics, autonomy, power and energy, advanced sensors, and other advanced ocean systems
Maintain liaison with internal and external organizations to include other intelligence agencies, academia, laboratories, and operational forces to discuss requirements, technologies, and provide timely information to senior decision makers
Lead the development of acquisition plans and strategy, method of solicitation, most suitable type of contract, projected lead time, and contracting packages
Conduct and coordinate complex research and development efforts to develop new systems and systems of systems, execute technology transition agreements with internal and external mission partners, and transition developed technologies to DoD and IC mission partners
Lead a multidisciplinary team of highly technical performers to solve complex engineering, development, test, and evaluation challenges to satisfy DoD and IC requirements
Qualification
Required
Experience serving in a research & development engineering role for a DoD/IC technology development program required
Broad experience in one or more of the following technology areas; Undersea Vehicles, Autonomous Systems, Sensors (acoustic, EO/IR, Sensors (or other novel phenomenology), Electronic Warfare, Communication systems (acoustic, fiber, RF), Materials Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Systems Engineering
Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for access to sensitive compartmented information (TS/SCI)
The ability to complete a counter-intelligence scope polygraph (post-hire)
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 19+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional)
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional)
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional)
Ability to obtain a government security clearance
U.S. citizenship
Preferred
Experience serving as a program manager or project lead for a DoD/IC technology development program
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes 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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Funding
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