Operations Research/Undersea Systems Analyst

Penn State University • University Park, IL

23h • $92,100 - $174,708 • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, positive and quality-conscious Undersea System Analyst to join our Operations Research and Systems Analysis Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. Operations Research is a multidisciplinary field in which a wide range of analytical methods are utilized to aid decision-making. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Requirements

• Knowledge of computing languages or frameworks for scientific/engineering analysis such as C++, MATLAB, Simulink, R, or Python
• Creativity in problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to absorb a broad array of information from scientific and/or mathematical fields
• Ability to identify relationships between a system and its operational usage - logistics, planning, environmental, and risk factors
• Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
• Past success in providing ideas in written form for clear comprehension to an audience
• Previous success with collaborations in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented culture
• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• 2+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Undersea systems and the ability to apply this experience to assess new concepts
• Modeling and simulation, particularly to resolve questions of interacting systems, applied physics, or mathematics
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

Responsibilities

• Aggregate Subject Matter Expertise – work with a diverse group of experts, including Navy officers, engineers, scientists, and mathematicians, to understand problems from many perspectives
• Execute analyses – plan an approach to a problem, develop models, execute models/simulations, and analyze results
• Perform concept assessments – assess future or current naval operations and/or systems engineering for conceptual systems
• Deliver results – clearly communicate results to stakeholders within the laboratory or to sponsors in the DoD or IC
• Contributing to white papers and/or study plans
• Performing larger tasks individually or as part of a group
• Leading small tasks

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level