The Deployables and Undersea Communications Department within the Undersea Systems Office (USO) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking an experienced design engineer whose primary tasking will be to design, analyze, prototype, and test hardware for undersea weapons and unmanned undersea vehicles for the US Navy. ARL/Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and develops innovative solutions to challenging problems in support of our undersea warfare sponsors.
You Will:
- Analyze requirements, identify limitations and problems, and develop innovative mechanical solution concepts
- Collaborate closely with team members and area leads
- Participate in R&D and prototyping of proposed equipment and systems, including assembly and validation testing of mechanical systems as well as preparation of technical reports, documentation, and presentations for design reviews and management
- Manage projects of varying size and scope; plan and execute technical elements, manage budget/schedule implications, and communicate with sponsors
- Prepare written and/or verbal presentations on complex issues and deliver to broad audiences
- Review the work of others to verify technical soundness
- Mentor less experienced staff in the development of technical and project skills
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related discipline and 19+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required skills/experience areas include:
- Deep understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals (e.g. statics, dynamics, stress analysis, materials, fluid mechanics, mechanism design, GD&T)
- Experience with core manufacturing methods including machining, turning, forging, coatings, sheet metal, injection molding)
- Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines (mechanical, hydrodynamics, thermodynamics, materials, manufacturing)
- Demonstrated judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual design challenges with a focus on design simplicity and reliability
- Proven record of consistently delivering high quality engineering designs, drawing packages, and other engineering documentation (design and analysis calculations, requirements documents, technical specifications, statements of work, test plans)
- Ability to communicate engineering problems and design concepts through presentation to engineers, designers, scientists, and other project partners
- Ability to work independently on complex or strategic assignments with minimal supervision.
Working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA.
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.