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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Mechanical Systems & Design Department under the Engineering Systems Research and Development Division within the Undersea Systems Office (USO) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking motivated and talented Mechanical Engineers whose primary tasking will be to design, analyze, build, and test mechanical hardware for undersea applications. Candidates must be able to demonstrate proficient and comprehensive knowledge of the principles and best practices of mechanical design.

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

You Will:

• Analyze requirements, identify problems, and develop innovative solution concepts

• Design structures, mechanisms, actuation systems, and bearing systems

• Work with drafting to create and approve drawings

• Develop assembly and test procedures

• Work with technicians to perform assembly and testing of systems and subsystems

• Support field testing

Required skills/experiences include:

• 3D CAD design and engineering drawing development (Siemens NX preferred)

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings

• Completing free body diagrams; using hand calculations to calculate forces and resultant stresses on structures

• Development of test plans and procedures

• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Current active Secret level clearance, or higher

Preferred experience includes:

• Structural or thermal finite element analysis

Your working locations will be fully on-site located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Candidate may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 2+ years of relevant experience Required 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.Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $105,900.00 - $174,708.00.

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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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