Maritime Systems Research and Development Engineer

Maritime Systems Research and Development Engineer

Maritime Systems Research and Development Engineer

locations

Reston, VA

time type

Full time

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Posted 2 Days Ago

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POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a Research & Development Engineer to join our Systems Engineering and Rapid Prototyping (SERP) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State to serve in a strategic role at a customer site in Springfield, VA. This position will be embedded within a government program office, and requires prior DoD/IC experience in technology development and program management. The selected candidate will ultimately be performing inntly governmental functions with significant program management responsibilities.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and wees all transitioning military members to .

You will:

Provide technical and programmatic oversight to projects and programs, and act as a trusted agent for the government

Collaborate with engineers and scientists across the enterprise to develop and deliver technology for mission critical projects and initiatives

Lead and/or assist in the development of proposals and projects that meet challenging operational requirements of a diverse stakeholdermunity

Provide project updates to collaborators, stakeholders, and senior-level and executive DoD/IC leadership

Additional responsibilities of higher level positions may include:

Building partnerships and collaborations across the DoD/ICmunities

Development of technology roadmaps and execution plans

Management of a portfolio of technology development programs

Required skills/experience areas include:

Experience serving in a research & development engineering role for a DoD/IC technology development program required; experience serving as a program manager or project lead for a DoD/IC technology development program is preferred

Broad experience in one or more of the following technology areas; Undersea Vehicles, Autonomous Systems, Sensors (acoustic, EO/IR, Sensors (or other novel phenomenology), Electronic Warfare, Communication systems (acoustic, fiber, RF), Materials Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Systems Engineering

Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI or FS polygraph

A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering , Aerospace Engineering or Systems Engineering is preferred.

Your working location will be fully on-site at a government facility in Springfield, VA. The position requires occasional travel to State College, PA and other locations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional, this position requires:

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science

19+ years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

None

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional, this position requires:

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science

5+ years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

None

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional, this position requires:

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science

14+ years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

None

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successfulpletion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to . Employment with the ARL will require successfulpletion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $109,300.00 - $219,600.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides apetitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition toprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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