Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Research And Development Engineer

The Uncrewed Systems Department within the Materials, Manufacturing, and Sustainment Office (M2SO) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is searching for a Mechanical Research and Development Engineer to assist program development for special projects. We are seeking individuals with knowledge across a range of competencies including Design and Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Process Development and Optimization, and Advanced Manufacturing to execute on the mechanical design of various large-scale systems and aerospace vehicle platforms.

ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

• Use accepted methods and techniques to assist with the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical engineering products, systems, and subsystems, with a focus on electromechanical systems and vehicles
• Investigate and evaluate applicability of scientific theories and engineering principles in the development and improvement of engineering systems
• Contribute data/findings for use in technical reports, documentation, or oral/written presentations
• Interact in a collaborative manner with other team members, engineers, and scientists to accomplish organizational goals; may provide ideas to improve efficiency at group
• Present research, designs, and findings internally to engineers and scientists as well as externally to sponsors and research partners
• Participate in field tests and exercises as required

Required skills/experience areas include:

• Familiarity with the overall design process including conception, analysis, building, and testing of mechanical systems
• Aerodynamic and mechanical analysis
• CAD tools
• Familiarity with digital engineering principles
• Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others to provide understanding
• 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

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• Prior work in design and simulation tools and processes
• Prototyping, hardware manufacturing, and rapid design iteration
• Solidworks and NX
• Abaqus, Matlab, python
• Mechanical/Electrical design and troubleshooting
• Past success presenting work to sponsors and technical audiences
• Preferred degrees could include Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA. This position will require periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing as part of a small team of researchers, engineers, and technologists.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research and Development Engineer
- Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree
  - Engineering or Science
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

If filled as Research and Development Engineer
- Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree
  - Engineering or Science
• No prior relevant work experience required
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website .psu.edu.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $76,700.00 - $. THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL

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.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.