What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University?
We are searching for multi-disciplinary engineer to join our Transduction Device and Array Development Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).
Utilizing a breadth of engineering skills, you will design, analyze, fabricate, and test underwater acoustic transduction systems. Your knowledge of mechanical, electrical, acoustic, and material science concepts will develop innovative sonar transducer and array designs.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
Additional responsibilities for higher level position include:
Required skills/experience areas include:
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$109,300.00 - $191,000.00
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CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Utilizing a breadth of engineering skills, you will design, analyze, fabricate, and test underwater acoustic transduction systems. Your knowledge of mechanical, electrical, acoustic, and material science concepts will develop innovative sonar transducer and array designs.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
- Analyze, design, and test sonar transducers / arrays
- Design and analyze mechanical packaging concepts
- Analyze electrical circuits
- Design fabrication tooling and test beds
- Create and apply assembly procedures
- Provide oversight, technical leadership, and supervision of staff conducting transducer fabrication and testing
- Develop and present technical and project status reports
- Perform project management (schedule and budget development)
- Collaborate with team members; nurture and maintain relationships with customers and vendors
Additional responsibilities for higher level position include:
- Manage multiple or large projects
- Make substantial contributions to determining feasibility of project goals
- Create opportunities to expand transduction technology
- Nurture and maintain relationships with major customers/grantors
- Identify grant/project follow-on work and persuade customers/grantors to fund
- Initiate new project concepts and seek funding
Required skills/experience areas include:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering or science field
- Mechanical or electrical design
- Technical problem solving fundamentals
- Technical writing
- Data analysis
- MATLAB, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD
- Finite element analysis
- Experimental test conduct
- Acoustics
- Dimensional tolerance stack-up analysis
- Underwater acoustic transducer/array design and fabrication techniques
- Project management
- An active government security clearance
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$109,300.00 - $191,000.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
Hotlines
University Park, PA
Salary : $109,300 - $191,000
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