Electromagnetic Effects & Applications Department Head

The Pennsylvania State University•University Park, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Department Head for the Electromagnetic Effects and Applications Department to join our team within the Spectrum and Signatures Solutions (S3) Division under the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will report directly to the Director of the Spectrum and Signatures Solutions Division and direct a team of research engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel in architecture, design, integration, and testing of RF and Microwave systems for multiple Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) sponsors. Technologies include medium-to-high-power RF emitters, waveform design, propagation analysis, RF circuits and radiating systems, and related applications. 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.

Requirements

Principal investigator, technical lead, program management, or senior contributor on applied and basic research efforts
Record of securing and sustaining external funding in technical areas related to electromagnetic propagation modeling and simulation, radio frequency spectrum research, electromagnetic effects, signals processing, and/or general electrical engineering skill sets
Development, field-testing, delivery, and integration of technology
Proven competence working within 3D EM analysis software (e.g. CST Studio Suite, Remcom EM simulation software)
Success in dynamic environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Previous success with collaborations in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented culture
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher; TS/SCI clearance level is preferred
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

PHD or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related
MBA with Electrical Engineering Research, military, or government environment
Designing, orchestrating, and conducting technical design reviews and field tests
Security and IT frameworks applied to DoD and IC sponsored programs
Active TS/SCI Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Manage the daily activities of the team, including hiring, training, mentoring, task assignment, and coaching sessions/performance evaluations
Lead department operations including strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, facilities, proposal development, and risk mitigation to ensure growth is aligned and sustainable
Maintain regular communication with sponsors and associate contractors
Lead the technical execution of research, development, prototyping, and implementation of systems for a wide range of customers in the DoD and IC
Direct technical excellence, cost control, and on time delivery of work
Oversee the development of plans and proposals for new programs
Lead and assure the proper execution of sponsored research
Lead a high performing and collaborative team across engineering, scientific, and support functions, fostering a culture of excellence, cohesion, and professional growth, and embrace ARL’s mission to discover, demonstrate, transition, and educate

Benefits

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.

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