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| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31201 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information, information & Navigation | Visualization Lab | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for providing high-fidelity modeling and simulation of RF communications systems and signals. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in Electrical Engineering (Communications/Signal Theory emphasis), Applied Physics (Electricity and Magnetism emphasis) or Applied Mathematics or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience includes signals intelligence/ISR and modeling and simulation. Preferred experience includes extensive knowledge of all aspects of RF communications systems, to include modulation formats, coding, receiver and transmitter design, propagation, signals analysis, antennas and associated technology, along with an ability to translate that knowledge into a variety of mathematical and functional modeling tools. Also required are excellent communication and writing skills. The successful candidate will be required to develop and present both written and graphical summaries of modeling products to a technical audience. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31197 | Network Systems Specialist, Level 0 | Communications, Information, information & Navigation | Electromagnetics & Geospatial Systems | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | This job will serve as a systems analyst and provide information system support for Penn State ARL systems installed at a government facility located in Key West, FL. Responsibilities include supporting the development of required system security processes and documentation in accordance with applicable security standards. This job will be filled at a level 2 or level 3 or level 4, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Associate's degree in Information Systems Technology or equivalent, plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional experience is preferred. Experience working within government information assurance environments and processes is required. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferred and must be able to work independently or in conjunction with other staff and government personnel. This job will require working at an offsite Navy facility in Key West, FL in a classified environment. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31160 | R&D Engineer, Level 4, 5 (Department Head) | Advanced Technology | Energy Science and Power Systems | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | ARL is currently searching for a Department Head for the Technology, Concepts and Modeling (TCM) Department of their Energy Science and Power Systems Division (ESPS). The ESPS Division is one of three divisions within the Advanced Technology Office (ATO). The primary mission is to provide government and industry with expertise in propulsion systems, combustion processes, energy storage, nuclear power technology and alternative power for all DoD services, Department of Energy and other government agencies and industry. The Department Head for the TCM Department will report to the Head of the ESPS Division. Technologies and applications include: Rankine, Stirling and Brayton engines; metal combustion, hybrid power systems, modular nuclear fission power systems for spacecraft, hydrogen generation and storage, liquid metal reactors, computational fluid dynamics, power system modeling and simulation. The primary responsibilities of the Department Head include business development, administration and technical leadership for this technically strong and diverse group of personnel. This job will be filled as a level 4 or level 5, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry (Ph.D. preferred) plus ten years of related experience in a similar environment or in government/military or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will have the following attributes: excellent and proven organizational and technical management skills as evidenced by previous positions and accomplishments; experience with sponsoring offices for undersea and other technology areas; strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by team building and key personnel development; a record of technical accomplishments, especially in the research areas noted above; a proven ability to obtain external funding for proposed research and form partnerships with University, government and industry partners; a willingness and ability to travel to represent ongoing programs with sponsors and to develop new research initiatives; excellent presentation skills for effective written and oral communication; and experience with DoD, DOE, NASA and industrial research funding activities. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31159 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Sonar R&D | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for research and development of sonar system payload technologies for application to Advanced Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). The job provides an opportunity to design and implement sonar designs and sonar processing algorithms in systems utilizing advanced rapid-prototyping and development processes. Contribute to the development and maintenance of system-level simulations for a range of sonar applications and participate in at-sea testing of new sonar/AUV systems and advanced technologies. Perform advanced research on sonar systems where there is involvement in developing relevant models of physics, sound propagation and interaction with an underwater environment. Duties include: sonar system concept development and implementation. Software interfacing to SONAR components, recorders, and AUV. In addition, be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team of sonar system designers (mechanical, electrical, transduction, software, etc.); author reports, presentations, proposals and papers. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering, (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the following is preferred: modeling and simulation of physical systems; sonar system analysis and design; programming in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++; embedded hardware/system programming, sonar array processing, both near and far field beamforming, synthetic aperture and motion compensation; image processing and analysis; and computer aided detection and classification. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to work independently. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 31097 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Autonomous Control and Intelligent Systems | Faculty Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Depending on level of experience, duties may include conducting signal processing research, conducting research in hierarchical control, autonomous and intelligent control, robotics, multi-sensor data fusion, software development and giving technical presentations. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (PhD preferred) in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Acoustics, Mathematics or an equivalent combination of education and experience plus two years of related work experience. Experience in software development is required. Experience in signal processing and/or autonomous control technologies as related to the development of intelligent systems is desired. The successful candidate must be willing to travel for program development and sponsor interactions. Applicants will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. This is a one year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #31097 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31069 | Research Faculty | Materials & Manufacturing | Materials Processing | Faculty Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for the development of the processing-structure-properties relationship that includes corrosion, wear, erosion and mechanical properties by working in diversified areas that include processing of materials by different techniques such as melting and casting, powder metallurgy and various coating technologies. Work will be completed in different laboratories and research groups, conducting independent research, developing research programs, and interfacing with other engineers and sponsors. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Master`s degree (PhD degree preferred) in Material Science, Engineering Science and Mechanics, or Mechanical Engineering, plus two years of work related experience. Good interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to write technical reports and papers and the ability to present work to sponsors and in conferences is required. Additional requirements include experience in materials analysis and characterization (microscopy, SEM, property testing). Experience in materials processing (sintering, powder consolidation), materials testing (corrosion, wear), proposal writing and program development is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. This is a one year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #31069 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 31064 | Research Faculty (Department Head) | Advanced Technology Office | System Design | Faculty Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | A Department Head position is available for the System Design Department in the SONAR Research and Development Division (SRDD) of the Advanced Technology Office (ATO). The System Design Department’s mission is to develop concepts and design, build, test and integrate transducers and arrays for use in SONAR systems. The department excels in requirements definition, trade studies, designing, implementing, integrating and evaluating; transducer arrays, analog and digital electronic hardware, embedded real-time signal processing, and active and passive SONAR algorithms. SONAR sub-systems are delivered as fully integrated and tested sub-systems to be utilized in laboratory and field test environments on various manned and autonomous platforms. The System Design Department serves as the leading resource for ARL and the undersea SONAR community. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: developing and executing the strategic vision, goals, and plans of the System Design Department in concert with the SRDD, the ATO, and the ARL. Providing technical expertise and direction through the development of outstanding research and engineering capabilities within the System Design Department and managing department personnel. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Master’s degree in Science, Engineering or Mathematics plus ten years of related work experience. Experience managing programs, people, and organizational units, and a demonstrated capability to set and meet goals and objectives is required. Applicants will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #31064 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
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| 31032 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information, information & Navigation | Algorithms and Analysis | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: conduct in-depth analyses; prototype and test systems; work with a team of engineers and analysts; and write reports and proposals. A supervisory role with engineering staff and interfacing with customers on some projects may be required of higher level engineers. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the following is required: physics; math; communication theory; digital signal processing; hardware interfaces; system analysis and engineering. The successful candidates should have knowledge of MATLAB. Experience with C, C++, or JAVA is a plus. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 30965 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 (Tactical Algorithm Developer) | Undersea Weapons | Tactical Processing and Control | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for the development of data association, filtering and intelligent control algorithms. Duties include the development and analysis of target tracking and classification algorithms and intelligent autonomy based systems, as well as development of technical documentation. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Physics/Mathematics (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An understanding or interest in control and/or intelligent systems is required. Knowledge or experience with intelligent agents is preferred. This job requires occasional out of town travel. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 30961 | Drafter/Designer, Electromechanical | Other | Drafting and Design | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: support electrical engineering efforts in the design and documentation of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s); use computer aided design tools (ECAD) to create library components, schematics, circuit card component layouts, traces, drawing documentation and Gerber files; work with Engineering department personnel to successfully transition system engineer designs into successful PCB’s used in highly technical vehicle systems; and interact with vendors and outside contractors. Requires Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics and Computer Technology, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus one year of work-related experience. Knowledge of electronics, as it applies to PCB’s, including their design rules, function and system integration is required. Prior use of Mentor Graphics ECAD tools is preferred. The ability to attend off-site training classes is anticipated. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 30960 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 (Signal Processing Algorithm Developer) | Undersea Weapons | Signal Analysis and Algorithm | Research & Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Duties include the statistical analysis of underwater acoustic test data, the theoretical development and implementation in a MATLAB environment of signal processing algorithms, support for the transition of validated algorithms to real time embedded code and the development of technical documentation. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or Physics/Mathematics (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A solid understanding of signal processing concepts and a working knowledge of MATLAB is required. Knowledge of underwater acoustics is preferred. This job requires occasional out of town travel. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 30882 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Integrated Power Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for the development of control algorithms for thermal powerplants and other energy conversion systems. The initial assignment would involve reviewing existing powerplant control software and drafting algorithm description documents. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Bachelor`s degree (Master`s degree preferred) in Mechanical, Nuclear or Chemical Engineering, plus three to five years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience developing automated and/or autonomous control of dynamic thermal engine systems is preferred. Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools is desirable, as well as programming proficiency in MATLAB Simulink and C++ language. Familiarity with real-time, safety critical applications is highly desirable. Excellent written communication skills required for algorithm documentation. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #30882 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30678 | Research Faculty | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Computational Mechanics | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Perform code development and validation in new business areas including: Overset, unstructured and adaptive algorithms, multiphase flows, maneuvering, turbomachinery, DNS/LES, flow control, drag reduction, parallel processing, overset methods, and cartesian mesh methods. Also mature and develop business relationships and programs with other ARL offices, industry and government. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum education requirements include a Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent knowledge, plus seven years of related work experience. Experience in CFC applications and code development is required. Applicants will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. This is a one year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #30678 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30668 | Postdoctoral Scholar | Research & Academic Programs | Distributed Systems | Postdoctoral | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The successful candidate will conduct cutting edge research in the area of sensor networks and autonomous systems. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering or Mathematics/Statistics. The successful candidate will have knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Sensor networks; mobile ad hoc networks; sensor data fusion; autonomous systems; and dynamic control. Experience in network control, information processing and systems and computer security will be highly desirable. The initial appointment is for one year with excellent possibility for an additional two years renewal. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Applicants electronically apply to Job #30668 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, direct inquiries to arl-jobs@psu.edu or visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30655 | Research Faculty | Communications, Information & Navigation | Environmental Acoustics | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Assist on sea-going experiments by: complex data gathering, equipment design, development and use of state of the art field data gathering equipment; data analysis; and modeling. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum education requirements include a Master’s degree in Underwater Acoustics or equivalent knowledge, plus three years of work experience. Experience in hardware design, testing and evaluation is required. Applicants will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #30655 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position openings, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30578 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Computational Mechanics | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include CAD cleanup, grid generation, CFD analysis, communication of process and results and work with department head in developing new business. This job will be filled as a level 2 or level 3, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in CFD analysis is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30575 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Systems Engineering and Integration | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for leading a team of research engineers and programmers in the design of software, electronic circuits and/or mechanical systems in support of prototype development. Duties include: design, test and document electronic/mechanical circuits and systems for experiments, including autonomous experiment operations, digital processing of low noise analog signals, telemetry interfaces, computer control and data acquisition; design, build and test laboratory equipment including hardware, as well as some assembly language and software; conduct research on new components and products; and write, test, debug and document custom software using assembly language. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Travel to remote sites for testing and support of design work is required. Knowledge of FPGA design, firmware and software drivers is preferred, as well as computer-aided design and layout skills. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30438 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Unmanned Vehicle Systems | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The primary responsibility is the real-time implementation of processing algorithms in Simulink and C++ programming languages on an embedded system controlling an Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV). Duties will include: embedded software design, development, implementation and documentation; participate as a key member of the technical team developing the system; and support in-house and in-field test activities. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Science or Computer Science (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in real-time implementation of processing algorithms in the C++ programming language and understanding of basic classical physics concepts is required. Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and control, underwater vehicles and Simulink is beneficial. Candidate will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30371 | Research Faculty (Department Head) | Advanced Technology | Embedded Systems and Technology | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory seeks candidates to head the Embedded Systems and Technology Department (ES&T) in the Autonomous Control and Intelligent Systems Division (ACIS). The main responsibility is research leadership for the development of innovative ideas and maintenance of excellence. Additional responsibilities include: The design, development and integration of sensors, signal and tactical processors and embedded systems; sponsor interaction; personnel development; unit administration; and long-term planning. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Master’s degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science (Ph.D. preferred) or equivalent plus five years of work related experience. The successful candidate must: Have a strong background in a wide range of guidance systems research areas; be capable of leading a group of engineers in both a line management and program management capacity; have expertise in the areas of signal processing, software development processes, embedded software practices; and embedded hardware and prototype system development; possess a willingness and ability to perform management and administrative functions, including budget development and monitoring; and have strong presentation skills and solid oral and written communication skills, in addition to a friendly and collegiate personality. A familiarity with acoustic, radar, E-O/IR and ISR related sensing systems is desired. The successful candidate will have some combination of the following: Awareness of DoD related systems and technology gaps; interactions with DoD sponsors; a sound reputation in the professional and academic communities; and a willingness and ability to supervise engineers at all levels of research and development. The successful candidate must be willing to travel for business and program development, sponsor interactions, DoD/academic conferences and system test events. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #30371 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30370 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Embedded Systems and Technology | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory seeks candidates to head the Embedded Systems and Technology Department (ES&T) in the Autonomous Control and Intelligent Systems Division (ACIS). The main responsibility is research leadership for the development of innovative ideas and maintenance of excellence. Additional responsibilities include: the design, development and integration of sensors, signal and tactical processors and embedded systems; sponsor interaction; personnel development; unit administration; and long-term planning. This job will be filled at a level 4 or level 5, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Master’s degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science (Ph.D. preferred) or equivalent plus ten years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must: have a strong background in a wide range of guidance systems research areas; be capable of leading a group of engineers in both a line management and program management capacity; have expertise in the areas of signal processing, software development processes, embedded software practices; and embedded hardware and prototype system development; possess a willingness and ability to perform management and administrative functions, including budget development and monitoring; and have strong presentation skills and solid oral and written communication skills, in addition to a friendly and collegiate personality. A familiarity with acoustic, radar, E-O/IR and ISR related sensing systems is desired. The successful candidate will have some combination of the following: Awareness of DoD related systems and technology gaps; interactions with DoD sponsors; a sound reputation in the professional and academic communities; and a willingness and ability to supervise engineers at all levels of research and development. The successful candidate must be willing to travel for business and program development, sponsor interactions, DoD/academic conferences and system test events. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30249 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Energy Science and Power Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for the design, development and testing of mechanical components and/or combustors for thermal power plants and other energy conversion systems. Project assignments may range from power systems on mobile vehicles to distributed energy generation and storage systems for buildings and microgrids. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master`s degree preferred). Student projects, courses or internships in the area of mechanical design or power system development is preferred. Familiarity with power conversion cycles and equipment and power transmission equipment including gears, bearings, seals and pumping elements desired. Proficiency with finite element analysis tools desirable, as well as experience in designing and executing developmental tests. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #30249 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 30225 | Systems Administrator, Level 0 | ARL | Research Operations | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: building Windows desktop systems including hardware specifications, assembly, software installation and testing of systems; ensure proper use of system hardware and software; ensure proper use of desktop versions of Windows or Linux systems; networking, including interfacing with Windows and Linux desktop and server machines; develop requirements for next generation systems to be used by ARL; and keep abreast of evolving technology and provide inputs to investment decisions for all computing and networking at ARL. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Information Science and Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will be proficient with Windows desktops, plus Linux desktop support in a mixed network environment and must be able to assume the role of server administrator, as needed. Other requirements are knowledge of securely configuring Windows and Linux and experience with Active Directory, LDAP and Windows servers. A work history in military or DoD environment that provided security related experience is preferred. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30222 | Systems Administrator, Level 0 | ARL | Research Operations | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: building UNIX and Linux network systems and clusters including hardware specifications, assembly, ensuring proper use of software and testing of systems; system hardware and software administration; ensure proper use of desktop versions of Linux or UNIX and Windows systems; networking, including interfacing with Windows desktop and server machines; develop requirements for next generation systems to be used by ARL; and keep abreast of evolving technology and provide inputs to investment decisions for all computing and networking at ARL. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Information Science and Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will be proficient with Linux and UNIX servers and desktops, plus Windows desktop support in a mixed network environment. Other requirements are knowledge of securely configuring Linux and UNIX, and experience with LDAP, Active Directory and Windows servers. A work history in military or DoD environment that provided security related experience is preferred, as well as experience in Mac OS X. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30090 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Undersea Weapons | Weapons Systems Engineering | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Provide specialized leadership, direction and oversight for the software development process for large Navy acquisition programs, currently in Pre-Systems Acquisition phase, through the establishment of coding standards, configuration management, quality assurance, testing and documentation. Responsibilities include the oversight of software development and release procedures for system software, as well as development and support software and utilities, and manage all aspects of software requirements and software trouble reports and change requests. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering or Mathematics (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirements include experience with the development of complex system software and documentation. A familiarity in software coding practices such as STANAG and MISRA is desired. Also desired is experience with Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) practices, code development tools, debuggers, real-time implementation, embedded software, signal processing and/or tactical processing. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 30085 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Visualization Lab | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for software, system and data integration tasking, project management, technical task execution and reporting. The successful candidate will assume a technical leadership and project management role and work with other ARL personnel and sponsors, including working a majority of time at an off-site facility in Virginia in a classified environment. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This job requires an individual with a background in computer graphics software and technologies, networked systems (both hardware and software) and system integration. Good written and oral skills are required as well. Experience developing and integrating end user applications on different hardware platforms, including SCI systems, is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 30084 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Visualization Lab | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, Pa |
| Job Description | Responsible for software and system integration, operation and maintenance, data integration, technical task execution and reporting. The successful candidate will assume a technical role and work with other ARL personnel and sponsors, including working a majority of time at an off-site facility in Virginia in a classified environment. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This job requires an individual with a background in computer graphics software and technologies, networked systems (both hardware and software) and system integration. Good written and oral skills are required as well. Experience developing and integrating end user applications on different hardware platforms, including SCI systems, is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 30002 | Sr. Engineering Aide | Advanced Technology | Sonar R&D | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include managing cost and schedule on assigned tasks and supervising other aides. Requires Associate’s degree in a technical or administrative program or equivalent, plus three years of work-related experience. Experience in electro-mechanical assembly, soldering, circuit and cable assembly testing is required. The successful candidate must be competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.) and Linux operating systems. The ability to work independently, organizing and maintaining mechanical and electrical documentation, both written and diagrams, procure and track material and generate system level cabling diagrams is preferred. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 30001 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Undersea Weapons | Auxiliary Systems & Vehicle Control | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Auxiliary Systems and Vehicle Control Department of the Torpedo Systems Division is seeking an individual to support embedded control software development using model-based design techniques and the Simulink programming language. Responsibilities will include assisting in the development and refinement of control algorithms and verifying the functionality of those algorithms in support of safety critical software design. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must possess strong written and oral communication skills, a desire to work in a team environment and flexibility to contribute to tasks outside of their primary responsibilities. Experience with embedded software design and a working knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink and C are preferred. Professional or educational experience verifying and validating generated code used in safety critical embedded systems is also preferred. System modeling and data analysis experience is a plus. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 29936 | Research Faculty | Materials & Manufacturing | Composite Materials | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is looking to fill the Department Head position in the Computational Analysis and Design Department, available in the Composite Materials Division. The primary responsibilities of the Department Head include business development, administration, technical oversight and leadership of the Computational Analysis and Design personnel. Technologies and applications include: Composite component design and analysis; fatigue and fracture of organic and inorganic materials; computer programming (Fortran or Matlab preferred); polymer component design and analysis; acoustic tailoring; and transient, steady state and fluid-structure interaction finite element modeling and analysis using some or all of the following solvers: NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, DYSMAS. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Master’s degree in Engineering Science and Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D. preferred) plus ten years in a similar environment or in government/military, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Successful candidates will have the following attributes: Organizational and technical management skills; experience with sponsoring offices associated with the technical competencies noted above; ability to obtain external funding for proposed research and form partnerships with university, government and industry; willingness and ability to travel to represent ongoing programs with sponsors and to develop new research initiatives; and excellent presentation skills for effective written and oral communication. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #29936 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 29935 | R&D Engineer (Department Head) | Materials & Manufacturing | Composite Materials | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | ARL is looking to fill the Department Head job in the Computational Analysis and Design Department, available in the Composite Materials Division. The primary responsibilities of the Department Head include business development, administration, technical oversight and leadership of the Computational Analysis and Design personnel. Technologies and applications include: composite component design and analysis; fatigue and fracture of organic and inorganic materials; computer programming (Fortran or MATLAB preferred); polymer component design and analysis; acoustic tailoring; and transient, steady state and fluid-structure interaction finite element modeling and analysis using some or all of the following solvers: NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, DYSMAS. This job will be filled as a level 4 or level 5, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Master’s degree in Engineering Science and Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D. preferred) plus ten years of related experience in a similar environment or in government/military, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Successful candidate will have the following attributes: organizational and technical management skills; experience with sponsoring offices associated with the technical competencies noted above; ability to obtain external funding for proposed research and form partnerships with university, government and industry; willingness and ability to travel to represent ongoing programs with sponsors and to develop new research initiatives; and excellent presentation skills for effective written and oral communication. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 29919 | Research Faculty | Research & Academic Programs | Distributed Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Distributed Systems Department is seeking a Research Faculty to join our well established research group. Responsibilities include: Incorporate cutting edge multi-disciplinary research involving Wireless networks, Sensor data fusion, Information systems, Control systems, Cyber security and Modeling & Simulation; interact with research sponsors; contribute to the writing of future research proposals; develop new research streams; and supervise research assistants & student interns. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a PhD in Electrical Engineering or Information, Computer or Mathematical Sciences, plus a minimum of three years of work related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: Wireless networks; Sensor data fusion; Sensor networks; Information systems; Control systems; Autonomous systems; Distributed systems; Cyber and Network security; and Modeling & simulation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. This is a one year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #29919 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 29914 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Energy Science and Power Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for the development of control systems and algorithms for thermal powerplants and other energy conversion systems. Project assignments may range from control systems for mobile vehicle hybrid powerplants to the control of building and microgrid energy systems. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Bachelor`s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Science (Master`s degree preferred). Student projects, courses or internships in the controls and modeling area are preferred. Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink is desirable, as well as programming proficiency in C++ language. A familiarity with data acquisition hardware/software such as NI/Labview would also be beneficial. Excellent written communication skills are required for algorithm documentation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #29914 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
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| 29912 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Energy Science and Power Systems | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include the design, analysis and development of electrical power conversion equipment for propulsion systems, buildings and microgrids. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Student projects, courses or internships in the power electronics area are preferred. Proficiency with circuit simulation and dynamic system modeling tools is desirable, as well as hardware design experience with AC and DC propulsion motors, drives and controls and the interface between distributed generators and microgrids. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 29911 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Energy Science and Power Systems | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for supporting a lead electrical engineer in the design, analysis and developmental testing of power system control electronics and instrumentation. Project assignments may range from electrical systems for mobile hybrid vehicles to buildings and microgrids. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Student projects, courses or internships in the area of electrical system design and modeling are preferred. Proficiency with LabVIEW software, Visual Basic and .NET languages is desirable. Experience in the following is preferred: analog and digital circuit evaluation and testing protocols; microcontrollers and programmable logic devices; and aerospace-quality wiring harnesses. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 29908 | Senior Drafter, Electromechanical | ARL | Drafting and Design | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Work with engineers, engineering aides and senior drafting personnel to create electronic symbol library components and schematic drawings and revise existing board layout designs, using accepted industry standard practices. Requires Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus three months of work-related experience. Successful candidates must have the ability to use and/or train in Mentor Graphics – Design Capture and Expedition PCB CADD tools. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 29852 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Algorithms and Analysis | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Algorithms and Analysis Department is looking for diverse engineers to conduct in-depth analyses, to prototype and test systems, to work with a team of engineers and analysts and to write reports and proposals. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidates’ education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Math, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. These jobs require experience with physics, math, communication theory, digital signal processing, hardware interfaces, system analysis and engineering. Individuals should have knowledge of MATLAB. Experience with C, C++, or JAVA is a plus. A supervisory role with engineering staff and interfacing with customers on some projects may be required for higher level engineers. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. These are a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 29787 | R&D Engineer | Undersea Weapons | Sytems Analysis and Simulation | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Systems Analysis and Simulation (SAS) Engineering Department is seeking a candidate to support multiple long-term modeling projects. The SAS Division, developer and configuration manager of the Technology Requirements Model (TRM) suite of digital models and simulations supports multiple U.S. Naval and industrial sponsors in undersea warfare simulation and analysis. Responsibilities include: model physical systems at the system and subsystem level using one or more programming languages; integrate models developed outside SAS into TRM; conduct TRM studies and perform detailed analysis of results; report results in written reports or presentations; assist in the execution of complex technical tasks; assist in planning and support of in-water data collections; and furnish regular status reports to internal and external interests. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, Engineering Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A strong background in physics, mathematics and software development is required. Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills are also required. The successful candidate must be willing to travel, as needed. A familiarity with the following is preferred: FORTRAN, C, C++ languages; VMS and Linux operating systems; MathWorks, Inc. tools (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink); and Ada programming language. A background in acoustics, data reduction, signal processing, digital simulation and visualization technology is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 29633 | Research Faculty | Research & Academic Programs | Environmental Acoustics | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The successful candidate will continue in the study of fluid motion using flow visualization and particle image velocimetry to support new biologically inspired underwater sensor designs, as well as test fixture design, instrumentation and data analysis. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering plus one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirements include: Experience in the study of fluid motion using flow visualization and particle image velocimetry, text fixture design, instrumentation, and data analysis. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #29633 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
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| 29557 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Information Managerment | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The successful candidate will lead activities in GIS integration for applications in defense and civilian related organizations. Responsibilities include: develop software applications; generate funding; interface with and brief sponsors; perform project management responsibilities; and conduct research, leading a team of researchers and document/report research findings. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, Geography or Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the following is required: software development; GIS software applications; business development; working with Government sponsors; and project management. A working knowledge of industry leading software (ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcServer, VB.NET, C+, etc.) is essential. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability and experience to perform with multi-platform systems and software. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 29232 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Energy Science & Power Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is currently searching for a Division Head for their Energy Science and Power Systems Division (ESPS). The ESPS Division is one of three divisions within the Advanced Technology Office (ATO). In addition to the ESPS division, the ATO encompasses the Systems and Underwater Vehicles division, Advanced Control and Intelligent Systems division and is a leader in the development and delivery of operational high performance unmanned underwater vehicles. The ESPS Division consists of four departments and 47 individuals. The primary mission is to provide government and industry with expertise in propulsion systems, combustion processes, energy storage, nuclear power technology, and alternative power for all DoD services, Department of Energy, and other government agencies and industry. The Division Head for the ESPS Division will report to the Associate Director of the Laboratory. Technologies and applications include: Rankine, Stirling and Brayton engines; metal combustion, hybrid power systems, modular nuclear fission power systems for spacecraft, hydrogen generation and storage, liquid metal reactors, computational fluid dynamics, power system modeling and simulation. The primary responsibilities of the Division Head include business development, administration and leadership for this technically strong and diverse group of personnel. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry plus ten years of related experience in a similar environment or in government/military, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Successful candidates will have the following attributes: Excellent and proven organizational and technical management skills as evidenced by previous positions and accomplishments; experience with sponsoring offices for undersea and other technology areas; strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by team building and key personnel development; a record of technical accomplishments especially in the research areas noted above; proven ability to obtain external funding for proposed research and form partnerships with university, government and industry partners; willingness and ability to travel to represent ongoing programs with sponsors and to develop new research initiatives; excellent presentation skills for effective written and oral communication; and experience with DoD, DOE, NASA and industrial research funding activities. Salary will be competitive and faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #29232 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
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| 29173 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Visualization Laboratory | Research and Development Engineer | Key West, Florida |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include software and system operation and maintenance, technical task execution and reporting. The successful candidate will take on a technical leadership role, working with other ARL personnel and sponsors, and spending a majority of time working at an offsite Navy facility in Key West, Florida, in a classified environment. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Management Information Systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A background in computer user interface technologies, both hardware and software, and systems applications and integration is required. The successful candidate must have good written and oral skills. Experience developing and integrating end user applications on different hardware platforms, including SCI systems, is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 29042 | Drafter/Designer, Electromechanical | ARL | Drafting and Design | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Work with engineers and senior drafting personnel to create models, detail, assembly and schematic drawings and cabling diagrams, using accepted industry standard practices. Requires Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting or Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus one year of work-related experience. Experience in mechanical packaging of assemblies and detail drafting using solid model CADD tools for drawing creation is required. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 28621 | R&D Engineer (Divison Head) | Communications, Information & Navigation | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA | |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a university center of excellence in Defense Science and Technologies, with a focus in defense missions, war fighters and related areas. ARL is currently searching for a Division Head for their Geospatial, Imaging and Tactical Systems Division (GITS). The GITS Division is one of five divisions within the Communications and Navigation Office (C&N). The C&N Office is an established leader in the field of Information Processing within the DoD. The GITS Division�s primary mission is to provide government and industry with expertise in Geospatial Intelligence, Imaging Technologies, Information, Science and Technology and C4ISR applications by analyzing, designing developing, testing and prototyping systems for all DoD services, national intelligence, other government agencies and industry. Technologies and applications include: Geospatial Intelligence; Geographic Information Systems; Wireless Communications; C4ISR; Signal Processing, Design and Exploitation; Image Analysis and Processing; Ultrasonic Medical and Environmental Imaging; Decision Support/Information Management Systems; Digital/Analog Beamforming Architectures; Data/Information Fusion; and Development and Prototyping of Algorithms and Systems for Signal Processing, Image Processing, Remote Sensors and Modulation. The Division Head for the GITS Division will report to the Associate Director of the Laboratory. Primary responsibilities of the Division Head will be to serve in the role of business developer, administrator/facilitator and leader for this technically strong and diverse group of personnel. This job will be filled as advanced or mastery, depending upon the successful candidate�s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Master�s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, plus ten years of related experience in a similar environment or in government/military, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A strong background in signal processing, software, and communications applicable to the development of systems employing communication, tactical applications and tactical decision support is required. Travel up to � time and knowledge of government/military operations and organization will also be required. The salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate�s experience, qualifications and background. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. | ||||
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| 28620 | Research Faculty | Communications, Information & Navigation | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA | |
| Job Description | The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a university center of excellence in Defense Science and Technologies. ARL is currently searching for a Research Faculty to develop and lead basic research and applied research programs in the area of advanced informatics to include cognitive systems, information processing, sensors, data processing and fusion and social network analysis, as well as explore emerging relevant technologies. This position will report to the Associate Director for Communications and Navigation at ARL and will work with faculty and staff to develop a robust research portfolio in the areas described above. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent plus 25 years of work-related experience in academia or a federal research laboratory. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #28260 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
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| 28522 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information & Navigation | Visualization Lab | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for software and system operation and administration, security accreditation support, technical task execution and reporting. The successful candidate will assume a technical role and work with other ARL personnel and sponsors, including working a majority of time at an off-site Navy facility in Key West, Florida in a classified environment. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This job requires an individual with a background in network software, system applications and integration and network technologies (both hardware and software). Good written and oral skills are required as well. Experience developing and integrating end user applications on different hardware platforms, including SCI systems, is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. | ||||
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| 28505 | Research Faculty | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Structural Acoustics | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: conduct structural acoustic measurements and numerical/analytical simulations for Naval and industrial sponsors; present results to sponsors and write technical reports summarizing measurements and analysis; supervise more junior personnel in the department and the Noise Control and Hydroacoustics Division. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a PhD or equivalent knowledge plus five years of related work experience. Experience in the following is preferred: Predictions and/or measurements of vibration and acoustic behavior; finite element and boundary element analysis; data acquisition and digital signal processing; experimental model analysis; and software programs MATLAB and NASTRAN. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to PSUF-28505 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
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| 28368 | Sr. Engineering Aide | Communications, Information & Navigation | Algorithms and Analysis | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Algorithms and Analysis Department is looking for a talented Senior Engineering Aide to coordinate engineering projects throughout all phases of development. Responsibilities include: planning, designing, prototyping, integrating and testing of electrical and mechanical hardware; compiling comprehensive documentation packages; assisting engineers and analysts in writing reports and proposals; monitoring the activities of support personnel assigned to projects ensuring minimal time delays and adjusting work assignments to meet project deadlines; using PCB layout tools; and documenting work using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.). Requires Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus three years of work-related experience. Some travel may be required. The candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship is required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. | ||||
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| 28367 | Engineering Aide | Communications, Information & Navigation | Algorithms and Analysis | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Algorithms and Analysis Department is looking for a talented Engineering Aide to work with a team of engineers and analysts to prototype and test systems and to assist in writing reports and proposals. Responsibilities will include: laying out hardware designs, both mechanical and electrical; laying out wiring diagrams and circuitry using standard PCB layout tools; purchasing parts, components, and subassemblies from a bill of materials (BOM); fabricating wiring harnesses and printed wiring assemblies; installing, calibrating, operating and maintaining experimental equipment and experimental hardware in the laboratory or in the field; assisting with the collecting, processing, compiling, and analyzing test data; and documenting work using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.). Requires Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus one year of work-related experience. Light physical effort required to assemble and/or operate lab equipment. Some travel may be required. The candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship is required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. | ||||
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| 28116 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Communications, Information, information & Navigation | Navigation Research & Development Center | Research & Development Engineer | Warminster, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: develop new navigation concepts and mechanizations involving GPS receivers, inertial navigators and sensor and system military platform integration schemes; conduct associated studies, analyses and simulation and experimentation; prepare research papers and make presentations related to work performed; and develop new ideas and proposals for new business opportunities. These jobs will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Physics (Master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in GPS, Inertial Navigation and MATLAB is required. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
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| 27921 | Research Faculty | Undersea Weapons | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA | |
| Job Description | ARL currently has multiple Research Faculty openings which include the following areas; system, electrical and mechanical, electronics design and test, quality assurance, transductions, software, algorithm, software test, intelligent control and autonomy, system safety, technical, program and project management, configuration management, and engineering process and procedures. The Research Faculty employee conducts research in a field or specialization to discover facts, or performs research directed toward investigation, evaluation, and application of known theories and principles. Plan and conduct, or direct engineering personnel performing complex engineering analyses and experiments to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technological areas. May involve hardware and software engineering activity. Evaluate findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes, or to develop applications of findings to new uses. Prepare technical reports for use by engineering or management personnel for long- and short-range planning, or for use by sales engineering personnel in sales or technical services activities. Classifications are made according to discipline. May generate proposals and interact with sponsors. May also use computer-assisted engineering software and equipment. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a Master�s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, or Physics, or equivalent knowledge, plus a minimum of ten years of work related experience. Candidates selected for all jobs will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #27920 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27920 | Research Faculty | Undersea Weapons | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA | |
| Job Description | ARL currently has multiple Research Faculty openings which include the following areas; system, electrical and mechanical, electronics design and test, quality assurance, transductions, software, algorithm, software test, intelligent control and autonomy, system safety, technical, program and project management, configuration management, and engineering process and procedures. The Research Faculty employee conducts research in a field or specialization to discover facts, or performs research directed toward investigation, evaluation, and application of known theories and principles. Plan and conduct, or direct engineering personnel performing complex engineering analyses and experiments to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technological areas. May involve hardware and software engineering activity. Evaluate findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes, or to develop applications of findings to new uses. Prepare technical reports for use by engineering or management personnel for long- and short-range planning, or for use by sales engineering personnel in sales or technical services activities. Classifications are made according to discipline. May generate proposals and interact with sponsors. May also use computer-assisted engineering software and equipment. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a Master�s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, or Physics, or equivalent knowledge, plus a minimum of ten years of work related experience. Candidates selected for all jobs will be subject to a government security investigation. YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN TO APPLY. Electronically apply to Job #27920 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27679 | Research Faculty | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Fluid Machinery | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: Design and analyze propulsors for marine vehicles, as well as pumps and other turbomachines within the incompressible flow regime; Work as part of a design team; Analyze propulsor, pumps, marine vehicles, and other hydrodynamic devices to include low-fidelity calculations, computational fluid dynamics, and/or experimental fluid dynamics; Perform computer programming, either writing new code or updating existing code, using FORTRAN, MatLab, C or C++, CAD, MathCAD, and Excel. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a Bachelors degree (Master�s preferred) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent knowledge, plus three years of related work experience. Requirements include a knowledge of turbomachinery design, such as used in the gas turbine and pump industries, computer programming, and communication skills for writing and presenting results. Experience in experimental and computational fluid dynamics, cavitation, acoustics, and vehicle stability and control is preferred. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #27679 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27678 | Research Faculty | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Fluid Machinery | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: Analyze the stability, control, and maneuvering characteristics of marine vehicles and use this knowledge to modify existing vehicles and design new vehicles as part of a design team; Coordinate with other engineers who address the autopilot, guidance and control software, and overall vehicle simulation; Analyze using reduced-order modeling, computational fluid dynamics, and or experimental fluid dynamics; and Perform computer programming, either writing new code or updating existing code, using FORTRAN, MatLab, C or C++, CAD, MathCAD, and Excel. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum educational requirements include a Bachelors degree (Master�s preferred) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent knowledge, plus three years of related work experience. Requirements include an academic background and knowledge of fluid dynamics and vehicle stability and control, as well as communication skills for writing and presenting results. Preferred technical knowledge includes experimental fluid dynamics, computational fluid dynamics, cavitation, acoustics, and turbomachinery design. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a one-year, fixed-term renewable appointment. Electronically apply to Job #27678 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27656 | Sr. Drafter, Electromechanical | ARL | Drafting and Design | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Work with engineers, engineering aides, and senior drafting personnel to revise solid models, create detail, assembly, schematic, and cabling drawings, using accepted industry standard practices. Requires Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, or Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus three months of work-related experience. Must have the ability to use and/or train in Unigraphics NX CADD tools. Experience in mechanical packaging of assemblies and detail drafting using solid model CADD tools for drawing creation is required. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. These are one-year, fixed-term renewable appointments. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27400 | Jr. Engineering Aide | Undersea Weapons | Systems Development & Engineering | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: assist in the layout, fabrication, assembly, and testing of electronic equipment; assist in the selection and purchase of materials, components, and supplies, interact with vendors; install, calibrate, operate, and/or maintain equipment and experimental hardware and/or computer systems in the Laboratory or in the field; and identify system faults, repair or adjust equipment as required. Requires Associate’s degree in Electronics or equivalent. Light physical effort is required to assemble and/or operate equipment. Experience in Electronics or Electromechanics is required. Computer literacy, general experience in operating electronic test equipment, and the ability to assemble and test electronic circuitry is also required. The job requires travel to field test sites. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 27125 | Research Faculty | Fluids & Structural Mechanics | Fluid Mechanics | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | We are looking for a mid-to-senior level candidate who specializes in fluid dynamics, with particular knowledge of hydrodynamics issues. The job duties for this faculty position include performing fundamental fluid dynamics research, proposal writing, and teaching and advising students. In addition, the qualified candidate may take on management responsibilities including supervision of junior personnel, strategic planning, and business development. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent knowledge, plus five years of related work experience. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. Electronically apply to Job #27125 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26384 | Research Faculty | Advanced Technology | Autonomous Control and Intelligent Systems | Faculty and Research Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The Autonomous Control and Intelligent Systems Division seeks applicants for two (2) positions with skills spanning from entry level research faculty through experienced researchers. Depending on level of experience, duties may include conducting signal processing research, conducting research in hierarchical control, autonomous and intelligent control, robotics, multi-sensor data fusion, software development, and giving technical presentations. Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Requirements include a minimum of a Bachelor?s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Acoustics or equivalent knowledge, plus one year of related work experience. Experience in software development required. Experience in signal processing and/or autonomous control technologies as related to the development of intelligent systems is desired. Candidates must be willing to travel for program development and sponsor interactions. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. Electronically apply to Job #26384 at arl-jobs@psu.edu. PLEASE INSERT JOB NUMBER IN SUBJECT LINE. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION about the Applied Research Laboratory or current position vacancies, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26284 | R&D Engineer, Level 0 | Advanced Technology | Unmanned Vehicle Systems | Research and Development Engineer | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | The successful candidate will serve as a junior member of a multi-disciplinary team, developing systems for undersea applications. Responsibilities include executing designs of electrical subsystems that have embedded firmware and software, under the supervision of the senior staff. Travel to remote sites for testing and support of design work is required. This job will be filled at the appropriate level, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant engineering disciplines (Master’s degree preferred), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge in component and assembly testing is required, as well as the use of hardware and standard software packages for testing and documentation. The successful candidate must have the ability to effectively and efficiently communicate, in written and oral presentations, and will be required to coordinate with other engineering disciplines, drafting, and fabrication services for the designs to be packaged into the overall system. A knowledge of FPGA design, firmware, and software drivers is preferred, as well as computer-aided design and layout skills. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26283 | Engineering Aide | Advanced Technology | Systems Engineering and Integration | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsible for equipment and component design modification, testing, installation, operation, and management of experimental parts, components, and equipment. Assist in design of experimental hardware, ensuring compatible interfacing between subsystems. Propose layout, fabrication, components, etc., for experimental hardware that will satisfy design tolerances and operational specifications. Ensure schedules are met and consult with supervisor if delays are anticipated. Design, layout, fabricate, and assemble standard equipment and components. Ensure proper operation of, calibrate, operate, and manage experimental hardware in the laboratory or in the field. Assist with the collection, processing, compiling, and analysis of test data and with the preparation of project documentation. Requires Associate’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology, a technical or administrative program or equivalent, plus one year of work-related experience. Light physical effort is required to assemble and/or operate lab equipment. Experience in operating electronic test equipment, the ability to assemble and test electronic circuitry, and computer literacy is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26282 | Jr. Engineering Aide | Advanced Technology | Sonar Engineering & Integration | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Assist in the layout, fabrication, assembly, and testing of non-standard electronic equipment. Ensure proper operation of, calibrate, operate, and/or manage equipment and experimental hardware in the Laboratory or in the field. Identify system faults, repair, or adjust equipment as needed. Requires Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electro Mechanics, a technical or administrative program or equivalent. Light physical effort is required to assemble and/or operate lab equipment. General experience in operating electronic test equipment, the ability to assemble and test electronic circuitry, and computer literacy is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26281 | Engineering Aide | Advanced Technology | Sonar Research and Development | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: lead in the layout of hardware designs, both mechanical and electrical; lead in the layout of wiring diagrams and circuitry using standard PWB layout tools and programs such as Visio or AutoCAD; purchase parts, components, and subassemblies from Bill of Materials (BOM); fabricate wiring harnesses and printed wiring assemblies; lead in the collection of date, recording results and compiling/organizing results for review with engineers; and direct activities of other engineering aides. Requires Associate’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, a technical or administrative program or equivalent, plus one year of work-related experience. Light physical effort required to assemble and/or operate lab equipment. Experience in the lead of electronics design, assembly, repair, and calibration of sonar equipment is required. The successful candidate must be competent in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.), MATLAB, and computer-aided design tools. The ability to work independently to solve design issues and/or troubleshoot hardware is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. | ||||
| Job Number | Job Title | ARL Division | Other ARL Unit | Position | Location |
| 26279 | Jr. Engineering Aide | Advanced Technology | Sonar Research and Development | Professionals and Staff | University Park, PA |
| Job Description | Responsibilities include: assist in the layout of hardware designs, both mechanical and electrical; assist in the layout of wiring diagrams and circuitry using standard PWB layout tools and programs, such as Visio or AutoCAD; purchase parts, components, and subassemblies from Bill of Materials (BOM); fabricate wiring harnesses and printed wiring assemblies; and assist in the collection of data, recording results, and compiling/organizing results for review with engineers. Requires Associate's degree in Electronics, Mechanical, a technical or administrative program, or equivalent or experience. Military experience preferred. Light physical effort required to assemble and/or operate lab equipment. Experience in assisting with electronics design, assembly, repair, and calibration of sonar equipment is required. The successful candidate must be competent in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.), MATLAB, and computer-aided design tools. The ability to work independently to solve design issues and/or troubleshoot hardware is preferred. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship required. | ||||