Electrical Research and Development Engineer

Position Overview We are searching for a highly motivated, self‑starting Electrical Research and Development Engineer to join our Agile Systems Engineering (ASE) Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. The ASE Department mission is to support research, design and application of engineering development methodologies supporting the strategic advancement of warfighter capability at the speed of relevance. Focus is on rapid development of complex engineering systems requiring the integration of cross‑disciplinary solutions and expertise. Responsibilities Interface with project stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure project success Work closely with senior engineers and subject matter experts Define system control and data architectures Perform systems engineering activities spanning typical DoD product development lifecycle Travel for stakeholder engagements (as needed) Additional Responsibilities (higher level position) Indirect supervision and mentorship of other engineers Monitoring and tracking of funding and budgets Work independently on moderately complex work assignments, review progress, and evaluate results Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination Communicate with external audiences for business purposes Required Skills / Experience Technical background in Electrical or Systems Engineering Previous experience with detailed design and implementation of electrical circuits, software, and firmware Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills Preferred Skills / Experience Controls, simulation, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop test set development and operation Hands‑on experience with electrical design, simulation, and test Working with standard laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators Model Based Systems Engineering training and experience Systems engineering fundamentals and project management Experience contributing as a team player Education & Experience / Certifications Research and Development Engineer – Senior Professional • Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Science • 14+ years of relevant experience • Required Certifications: None Research and Development Engineer – Advanced Professional • Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Science • 5+ years of relevant experience • Required Certifications: None Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $109,300.00 – $191,000.00. The salary may be impacted by geographic differential. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; robust retirement plans; and substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick time). Employees also receive a generous 75% tuition discount for themselves, eligible spouses, and children. Location Your working location will be located fully on‑site in State College, PA. Security & Clearances Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen and background check(s) in accordance with university policies. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr