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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Human-Machine Teaming Department Head to lead a team of R&D Engineers in designing and integrating user experience and interface technologies for tactical systems destined for government customers. The role involves managing daily team operations, directing research, development, and prototyping activities, and fostering relationships with government clients to expand departmental opportunities.

Highlights

Manage daily activities of approximately 8 R&D Engineers, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management
Lead technical excellence, cost control, and timely delivery of research and prototype systems for DoD and Intelligence Community customers
Oversee development of plans and proposals for new programs
Technical contribution to projects within area of expertise
Required skills include technical or program leadership, project management, and proficiency in systems engineering, AI/ML design, neural networks, cognitive architectures, command and control layers, Linux/real-time OS, or distributive computing
Experience handling classified information and active government security clearance required
Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in engineering, experience in technology development and field-testing at government facilities, and active TS/SCI clearance
Must work fully onsite in State College, PA, with required travel to commercial and government test facilities
Minimum education and experience vary by role level: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with 5+ to 19+ years experience depending on professional level
Salary range from $109,300 to $219,600, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and 75% tuition discount

Human-Machine Teaming Department Head Full Description

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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 a Department Head for the Human-Machine Teaming Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will direct a team of R&D Engineers in designing and integrating user experience and user interface technologies for tactical, deployable systems for transition to government customers. The successful candidate will foster the integration of autonomous systems, AI/ML systems, and data information architectures to support decision at scale and at machine speeds to support human operators. This position can be filled as a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research Faculty.

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

You will:

Manage the daily activities of approximately 8 (with potential to grow) Research and Development Engineers, to include hiring, training, mentoring, tasking, and managing the performance review process
Direct technical excellence, cost control, and on time delivery of work
Lead and ensure the proper execution of research, development, and prototyping of systems for a wide range of customers in the DoD and IC
Oversee the development of plans and proposals for new programs
Technically contribute to programs in your area of expertise
Foster and develop relationships with government customers to expand the opportunities for the Human-Machine Teaming Department

Required skills/experience areas include:

Technical Team Lead or Program Lead
Project management
Technical proficiency in one or more of: Systems Engineering; AI/ML Design Approaches; Neural Networks; Cognitive Architectures; Command and Control Layers; Linux or Real Time Operating Systems; or Distributive Computing and Communication
Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Handling sensitive/classified information
Active government security clearance

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

A Master's degree in engineering
Driven technology development environment
Field-testing of systems at Government facilities
Active TS/SCI clearance

Your working location will be fully on-site in State College, PA. You will be required to travel to support operations at Commercial and Government facilities, including test ranges.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional, this position

requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science19+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf 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 - Senior Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science14+ 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 $109,300.00 - $219,600.00.**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.

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