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Signals Prototyping Department Head

Penn State University Park Full time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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POSITION SPECIFICS​

We are seeking a Department Head for the Signals Prototyping Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.   You will direct a team in designing, programming, and integrating new and upgraded software algorithms into multiple DoD and IC systems.  Technologies include near-real-time software and systems, signal processing, machine learning, and related applications.  This position can be filled as a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research Faculty.

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

You will:

  • Manage the daily technical activities of approximately 10 Research and Development Engineers, as well as performing their associated hiring training, mentoring, tasking, and performance review process
  • Communicate frequently with sponsors and associate contractors
  • Direct technical excellence, cost control, and on time delivery of work 
  • Lead the technical execution of research, development, prototyping, and implementation of systems for a wide range of customers in the DoD and IC 
  • Oversee the development of plans and proposals for new programs
  • Lead and assure the proper execution of sponsored research
  • Embrace ARL’s mission to discover, demonstrate, transition, and educate

Required skills/experience areas include:

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Technical team and/or program management
  • Work within a community of multiple contractors working various aspects of the same problem set
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Development, delivery, integration, and testing of containerized software
  • Work within Linux-based environment
  • Ability to navigate and thrive in a highly dynamic work environment requiring diverse communication styles
  • Handling of sensitive/classified information

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

  • Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
  • Design, orchestrate and conduct technical design reviews and field tests
  • Work within the security and IT frameworks applied to DoD and IC sponsored programs

Your working location will be on-site in State College, PA and is eligible for limited remote work, although extended periods of in-facility work may be required.  There will be occasional travel to designated sponsor or associate contractor locations within and outside the continental United States.

 

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 www.arl.psu.edu.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion 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 apply.  Employment with the ARL will require successful completion 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**

 

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive 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.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

 

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