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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Computer Engineer to join the Access and Evaluation Department within the Multimodal Sensing and Systems Division of the Applied Research Laboratory. The role involves developing full-stack software solutions, performing data analysis across multiple modalities, implementing and evaluating models and services, and creating data visualizations to support advanced research in electromagnetics, quantum sciences, and sensors for defense applications.

Highlights

Develop full-stack software including low-level hardware interfacing, cloud solutions, and front-end tools for data analysts.
Conduct exploratory data analysis incorporating multiple data formats to test hypotheses.
Implement, test, and evaluate competing models and software for performance and reliability.
Create data analytics applications and visualize large structured and unstructured datasets.
Required skills: Python, Linux (bash and shell scripting), and cloud architectures.
Preferred skills: Java or C/C++, DoD software development environment experience, AI/ML model development or evaluation.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or applied mathematics required.
Position requires eligibility for classified information access at Secret or Top Secret level with potential background investigation.
Position is full-time, onsite in State College, PA with salary range $76,700 to $164,000 depending on experience and grade.
Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, robust retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

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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 highly motivated Computer Engineers to join our Access and Evaluation (A&E) Department within the Multimodal Sensing and Systems (MSS) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. As part of the MSS Division, you will support our mission by focusing on nascent technologies in the areas of electromagnetics, electromagnetic maneuver warfare, quantum sciences, and sensors through cross-division and cross-office collaborations.

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

You will:

Develop software and approaches for full-stack development, including low-level code, working directly with hardware, developing cloud solutions, data engineering for information storage and retrieval, and development of front-end tools for use by data analysts
Conduct data analysis, incorporating multiple data modalities and formats and exploratory data analysis for testing hypothesis
Implement, test, and evaluate services to compare models competing to solve the same problem; support test and evaluation of software and models
Develop and implement data analytics techniques and applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software
Develop and apply algorithms and prototypes to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets that support analytics objectives
Visualize, interpret, and report data findings in dynamic data reports

Required skills/experience areas include:

Python
Linux, including familiarity with bash and shell scripts
Cloud architectures

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

Additional computer programing languages such as Java, or C/C++
Development of software within DoD development environment
Development or evaluation of AI/ML models
A degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or applied mathematics
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret or Top Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

Your working location will be fully onsite in State College, PA.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science5+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science2+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or ScienceNo prior relevant work experience requiredRequired 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 website at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment 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 & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $76,700.00 - $164,000.00.**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.

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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.

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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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