Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Hardware Research and Development Engineer to lead project teams and manage R&D tasks within the Applied Signals & Systems Integration Department at the Applied Research Laboratory. The role includes mentoring engineers, designing electronic circuits, participating in sensor development, and collaborating on complex sensor systems supporting defense and intelligence clients.

Highlights

Lead and manage hardware research and development projects.
Mentor entry-level engineers in best engineering practices.
Design analog and digital electronic circuits and circuit boards.
Participate in system requirements specification and hardware/software architecture design.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver complex sensor systems.
Required skills include programming in MATLAB, LABVIEW, C/C++, or Python and expertise in mixed signal design and hardware calibration.
Preferred knowledge of Altium Designer, Solidworks, embedded systems (FPGAs, microcontrollers), and Linux/Windows OS.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science required; Master's degree preferred.
Position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a government security clearance (Secret level or higher).
Salary range from $86,300 to $164,000 with full-time benefits, including a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Hardware Research and Development Engineer Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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 searching for motivated and talented mid-level Hardware Engineer to join our Applied Signals & Systems Integration (ASSI) Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. ASSI tackles multidisciplinary topics from signal processing to machine learning to algorithm design with a focus on sensor systems.

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

You will:

Provide hands-on leadership of project teams
Provide technical management / leadership of research and development tasks
Mentor entry level engineers in sound engineering practices
Have an active role in the entire sensor development process
Participate in the specification of system requirements and hardware / software architecture design
Design analog and digital electronic circuits and circuit boards
Assist in the development of new projects and proposals
Collaborate with engineers across ARL to deliver complex sensor systems

Required skills/experience areas include:

Automated testing and measurement, hardware calibration, hardware design, developing, and testing and integration
Programming in MATLAB, LABVIEW, C / C++, or Python
Mixed Signal Design
Analog to digital converters, and analog front-end design
Familiarization with circuit modeling and simulation methodologies

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Schematic entry and PCB Layout using Altium Designer
Solidworks
Matlab, Labview, C, C++, and C#; design of DC-DC converters, AC motor drives, and control algorithms
Producing required technical documentation related to the design and building of complex systems
Modeling and simulation, software development, mechanical and power system design, test and evaluation of sensor systems
LINUX and Windows OS systems
Embedded systems to include FPGAs, microcontrollers, and similar entities
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

Your working location will be on-site at our offices in State College, PA. Periodic travel may be required for attendance at program meetings and/or in support of field testing or exercises.

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 experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science2+ years of relevant experienceRequired 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 $86,300.00 - $164,000.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

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.

Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster

PA State Labor Law Poster

Penn State Policies

Hotlines

Original Job Description