Manufacturing Technology Engineer (electronic systems)
About The Position
The Electro-Optics & Electronics (EOE) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University, located in Freeport PA, is seeking a senior-level, Manufacturing Technology Engineer. The purpose of Penn State ARL is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of the Navy, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence communities. You will join a team of scientists and engineers performing a wide range of applied research and development projects involving electronics manufacturing process improvements. ARL is authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Develop manufacturing improvements to produce DoD systems Execute research and development projects in manufacturing technology engineering Plan and manage concurrent project tasks to achieve research contract goals Collaborate with other engineers, scientists, technical and program staff including the Penn State ARL research team, Penn State ARL faculty at Penn State, DoD laboratories, DoD program offices and related industry teams to accomplish project and organizational goals Prepare and present your work as briefings and reports to a variety of audiences
Requirements
- No less than 10 years of relevant experience electronics manufacturing technologies for components and systems
- Ability to clearly communicate, document, and present results
- Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes technical and program management roles
- Eligibility for Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
- 14+ years of relevant experience
Nice To Haves
- Experience with development, production and test of radar, electronic warfare and similar systems at the system / architecture level including identification and implementation of novel solutions in DoD electronics manufacturing
- Experience with project management practice in a research project leadership role that involves execution and development of multiple related project efforts
- An advanced technical degree relevant to electronic systems
- Experience with lean manufacturing concepts
- An active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI
Responsibilities
- Develop manufacturing improvements to produce DoD systems
- Execute research and development projects in manufacturing technology engineering
- Plan and manage concurrent project tasks to achieve research contract goals
- Collaborate with other engineers, scientists, technical and program staff including the Penn State ARL research team, Penn State ARL faculty at Penn State, DoD laboratories, DoD program offices and related industry teams to accomplish project and organizational goals
- Prepare and present your work as briefings and reports to a variety of audiences
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
