Navigation Analysis Research and Development Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University • Warminster, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a Navigation Analysis Research and Development Engineer to join our Navigation Research and Development Division (NRDD) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State located in Warminster, PA . NRDD is a division of ARL focused on advanced navigation technologies built around a unique laboratory specially designed to test incredibly sensitive navigation sensors. We are seeking an individual for data analysis and potentially testing to support R&D, prototype development, and experimental evaluation of new navigation technologies for military platforms. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Requirements

• Completed Math Courses: Calculus I / II / III, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra
• Basic knowledge of MATLAB or other programming languages
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing
• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• 2+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional)
• No prior relevant work experience required (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Professional)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• MATLAB
• Data Analysis
• Sensors and/or systems testing

Responsibilities

• Acquire detailed knowledge in navigation sensor and systems technology
• Work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to bring new ideas to fruition
• Perform data analysis on navigation sensors and systems
• Analyze laboratory and field test data
• Develop skills in analysis to plan and conduct tests
• Write reports on analysis and test efforts
• Generate tools and scripts to support data analysis
• Interpret analysis results
• Analyze deficiencies in observed performance
• Write test documentation (plans, procedures, etc.)
• Development and verification of sensor and/or system models to support various Modeling & Simulation (M&S) efforts

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees