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Engineering and Laboratory Services Department Head
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$161k–$299k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans, Paid Time Off, Holidays
Posted 35d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead a multi-disciplinary staff in the development, integration, and testing of high-performance navigation systems and sensors. Manage departmental budgets, strategic planning, and the professional development of staff while collaborating with program sponsors and stakeholders.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and significant relevant experience (ranging from 5 to 19+ years depending on the professional level). Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Full job description
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, pleaselogin to Workday to complete thestudent application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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.
POSITION SPECIFICS
We are seeking a Department Head for the Engineering and Laboratory Services Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. The Engineering and Laboratory Services Department, located in Warminster, PA, focuses on 1) Supporting other departments in the research, design, development and transition of the electrical, mechanical, and software components and systems utilized in navigation applications, and 2) Assisting with laboratory and in-field testing. This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research Faculty.
You will:
Lead a multi-disciplinary, diverse staff in the development, integration, test of high performance navigation systems and sensors
Plan, staff, and execute programs to ensure all departmental staff are appropriately and sufficiently tasked at all times
Recruit, retain, and define performance expectations of department staff
Develop, maintain, and utilize department staff and resources
Mentorship, professional, and career development of department staff
Evaluate professional growth through performance reviews
Foster an environment of collaboration across the department, division, office, and ARL
Support the execution of the department programs
Preparation and execution of department budgets
Proposal and project development
Support strategic planning initiatives
Interact and collaborate regularly with program management, program sponsors and stakeholders
Perform engineering work related to navigation integration and test
Required skills/knowledge include:
Strong engineering knowledge and background in the area of multi-disciplinary engineering design, implementation, and integration
Experience in rapid prototyping of navigation systems and sensors is highly desired
Project management skills required include producing project schedules, tracking critical paths, monitoring the progress of technical work, working with program managers and department heads to identify and resolve issues, and creating input for the generation of routine project reports.
Experience with navigation system integration and test
Expertise with PNT technologies which may include: Inertial Navigation, Global Positioning System, Alternative Navigation Technologies, Geophysical Navigation, Sonar Navigation
Excellent presentation skills and effective written and oral communication
Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance is required
Preferred skills/knowledge include:
An active Top Secret security clearance is preferred
This job posting is for an on-site position located in Warminster, PA. A hybrid on-site/remote work schedule may be possible.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Department Head (ARL) - Principal Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
19+ years of relevant experience
RequiredCertifications:
None
If filled as Department Head (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience
RequiredCertifications:
None
If filled as Department Head (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
14+ years of relevant experience
RequiredCertifications:
None
ARL at Penn State 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, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
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.
Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):
Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $177,108.00 - $328,680.00. This salary range includes an adjustment based on required geographic work location.
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.
Serving America’s Defense, Industry, and Education Communities for Over 75 Years.
#arlpsu #weare #pennstate
Industry
Defense & Space
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1945
Headquarters
State College, Pennsylvania
LinkedIn followers
15,304
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology demonstration; and Transition to application. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering in support of our nations priorities free from conflict of interest or competition with commercial industry.
Offices: Applied Research Laboratory, Main Lab, Steam Drive, State College, Pennsylvania 16804, US · 559a Freeport Road, Freeport, Pennsylvania 16229, US · 1850 Centennial Park Dr, Reston, Virginia 20191, US · 995 Newtown Rd, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18974, US · 610 Dowell St, Keyport, Washington 98345, US
Research EngineeringUniversity CollaborationCommunications Information and NavigationFluid Dynamics and AcousticsMaterials and Manufacturingand Undersea SystemsUniversities
Serving America’s Defense, Industry, and Education Communities for Over 75 Years.
#arlpsu #weare #pennstate
Industry
Defense & Space
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1945
Headquarters
State College, Pennsylvania
LinkedIn followers
15,304
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology demonstration; and Transition to application. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering in support of our nations priorities free from conflict of interest or competition with commercial industry.
Offices: Applied Research Laboratory, Main Lab, Steam Drive, State College, Pennsylvania 16804, US · 559a Freeport Road, Freeport, Pennsylvania 16229, US · 1850 Centennial Park Dr, Reston, Virginia 20191, US · 995 Newtown Rd, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18974, US · 610 Dowell St, Keyport, Washington 98345, US
Research EngineeringUniversity CollaborationCommunications Information and NavigationFluid Dynamics and AcousticsMaterials and Manufacturingand Undersea SystemsUniversities