Division Head Engineering Systems R&D (FACULTY)

Penn State University•Ferguson Township, PA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a division head for the Engineering Systems Research & Development (ESRD) Division of the Undersea Systems Office (USO) at the Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory (ARL). 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). The ESRD Division serves as a key resource for fundamental mechanical and electrical engineering design and analysis, and technical execution for the integration and test of undersea vehicles and other complex undersea systems. This position may be filled as either 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: Lead a team of sixty engineers, engineering technologists, and engineering support specialists across five departments that are engaged in the design, development, integration and testing of complex undersea systems, including: Electro-mechanical release/deployment mechanisms Undersea acoustics and acoustic modems Optical fiber Communications Finite Element Analysis (structural and thermal) Advanced analog & digital circuit design and packaging Embedded & FPGA electronics design and programming Hardware, Software and Systems Integration and Test Complex mechanical system development, fab, and integration Electronic circuit board assembly, repair, and rework Build and test of complex cable/interconnect systems Develop and maintain the division technical expertise in core engineering disciplines, engineering process, and system concept definition from early development through transition to production Work closely with the Office leadership team to build and maintain trusted relationships with key sponsors and stakeholders, ensure the delivery of superior research products to our sponsors, and develop and execute strategic initiatives Provide project updates to sponsors and stakeholders, and lead in the development of new business for potential sponsors Recruit, develop, and retain extraordinary R&D engineering staff and faculty Oversee the planning, staffing and execution of programs to ensure all divisional staff and faculty are appropriately and sufficiently tasked at all times Provide a mix of high-level project management, engineering oversight, and technical expertise related to Undersea Systems and Undersea Connectivity Coordinate research and development activities between disciplines involving exploration, definition of scope, and identification of problems for investigation

Requirements

Technical experience in the development of complex, mechanical and electrical systems
Personnel management, recruitment, development, coaching, and mentorship of employees
Successful technical management of large, multi-organization, multi-disciplinary projects
Effective written and oral communication
Ability to coordinate across units to ensure rigorous execution, sound research and engineering practices, and the highest standards of technical work are maintained
Experience in proposing and leading new initiatives, including direction of and/or participation in major proposal preparation
Experience with DoD, Navy, and industrial research funding activities
Current eligibility to obtain a clearance at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance, at the Secret level or higher

Responsibilities

Lead a team of sixty engineers, engineering technologists, and engineering support specialists across five departments that are engaged in the design, development, integration and testing of complex undersea systems
Develop and maintain the division technical expertise in core engineering disciplines, engineering process, and system concept definition from early development through transition to production
Work closely with the Office leadership team to build and maintain trusted relationships with key sponsors and stakeholders, ensure the delivery of superior research products to our sponsors, and develop and execute strategic initiatives
Provide project updates to sponsors and stakeholders, and lead in the development of new business for potential sponsors
Recruit, develop, and retain extraordinary R&D engineering staff and faculty
Oversee the planning, staffing and execution of programs to ensure all divisional staff and faculty are appropriately and sufficiently tasked at all times
Provide a mix of high-level project management, engineering oversight, and technical expertise related to Undersea Systems and Undersea Connectivity
Coordinate research and development activities between disciplines involving exploration, definition of scope, and identification of problems for investigation

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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