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Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation Systems
Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation SystemsThe Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University • University Park, TX, US
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Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation Systems

Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation Systems

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University • University Park, TX, US
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Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation Systems

Location : University Park, PA

Base pay range : $86,300.00 / yr - $191,000.00 / yr

Overview

We are searching for a Dynamics and Controls Engineer to join our Vehicle Control and Dynamics Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. 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).

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

You Will

  • Develop and analyze flight control system requirements, including system design trade studies
  • Create, validate, and maintain 6DoF dynamic system models for undersea vehicles including Software-in-Loop simulations in Matlab / Simulink
  • Design, tune, and validate flight control algorithms and software
  • Design, analyze, and update Strapdown Inertial Navigation System algorithms including modeling and analysis of navigation sensors
  • Develop, debug, and test Matlab / Simulink-based software and data analysis tools, including the creation of unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop system tests for vehicle software and documentation of algorithms, specifications, software, and defects
  • Support lab and field test planning, execution, and data analysis
  • Proactively seek professional development opportunities
  • Proactively share knowledge with team members

Additional responsibilities for higher level positions

  • Contribute to the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical engineering products, systems, and subsystems
  • Investigate and evaluate practical applicability of scientific theories and engineering principles to develop and improve various engineering systems; identify technical approach for solving problems and meeting customer / grantor needs
  • Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes
  • Conduct experiments / tests in the laboratory / field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technical areas; may include taking measurements and recording observations, collecting, compiling, and processing data; may include planning / designing experiments or tests and supervising the execution thereof
  • Initiate or contribute data / analysis / design for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, papers, or oral / written presentations

    • Required skills / experience

  • Experience using Matlab, Simulink, C, or C++
  • Experience in network and serial communications
  • Experience in software configuration management systems (ex. GIT)

    • Preferred skills / experience

  • Active government security clearance
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to present ideas, concepts, and instructions in a clear manner, both internally to peers and management and externally to sponsors and stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to conform to development standards and requirements for each project

    • Location and work arrangement

    Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

    Education, experience & certifications

    Minimum education and work experience vary by level :

  • Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science; 14+ years of relevant experience; Required Certifications : None
  • Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science; 5+ years of relevant experience; Required Certifications : None
  • Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science; 2+ years of relevant experience; Required Certifications : None

    • Background and security

    All positions at ARL require 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. U.S. citizenship is required. A pre-employment drug screen may be conducted. Employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check in accordance with University policies.

    Salary & Benefits

    The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $191,000.00. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. Penn State offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a tuition discount for employees and eligible dependents. For more details, see the Benefits Page.

    Equal Opportunity

    Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If an impairment or disability makes online application difficult, please contact the provided phone number during the application process.

    Other information : Campus security statistics, applicable posters, and related policies are available as part of Penn State's compliance disclosures.

    Job details

  • Seniority level : Entry level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Research
  • Industries : Government Administration

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