Manufacturing Technology Engineer; electronic systems

Position: Manufacturing Technology Engineer (electronic systems)
Location: Freeport

Manufacturing Technology Engineer (electronic systems)

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Position specifics

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 Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Remote work

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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

Required skills and experience

• 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

Preferred skills and experience

• 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

Minimum education, work experience & required certifications

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
14+ years of relevant experience
Required

Certifications:

None

Salary & benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $ – $. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including medical, dental, vision coverage, robust retirement plans, paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Background checks / clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen.

EEO

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