Agile Systems Engineering Department Head
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$ 109300 - 219600
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for an Agile Systems Engineering (ASE) Department Head to join our Systems Engineering and Rapid Prototyping (SERP) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. ARLs 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).This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a nontenure Research Faculty.
The mission of the SERP Division is to provide full spectrum support for the research evaluation development rapid prototyping manufacturing fielding and testing of complex systems which support the warfighter and our nations defense. The ASE Department supports this mission by executing research design and application of engineering development methodologies supporting the strategic advancement of warfighter capability at the speed of relevance. The focus of the ASE Department is rapid development of complex engineering systems requiring the integration of crossdisciplinary solutions and expertise utilizing best practices of systems engineering in an agile manner.
You will:
- Lead a group of engineers scientists and support staff that are engaged in the development of complex engineering systems
- Lead and/or assist in the development of proposals and projects that further our knowledge and expertise in the engineering of complex systems
- Provide project updates to sponsors and stakeholders and lead or assist in development of new business for potential sponsors
- Collaborate with engineers in technical areas across ARL
- Plan staff and execute programs to ensure all departmental staff and faculty are appropriately and sufficiently tasked at all times
- Recruit retain and define performance expectations of department staff and faculty
- Identify professional development and training opportunities
- Mentor and encourage creativity in innovative technologies and research
- Evaluate professional growth through performance reviews
This position can be filled a multiple levels depending on your education and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelors degree in an engineering or science discipline and 5 years related experience. A Masters Degree or higher in Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or Systems Engineering is preferred.
Required skills/experience areas include:
- All aspects of systems engineering including systems analysis and design modelbased systems engineering (MBSE) physicsbased modeling & simulation rapid prototyping and test & evaluation
- Demonstrated success leading a team of engineers/scientists and collaborating with large teams on multiorganization multidisciplinary projects
- Demonstrated success developing new business including proposal writing and technical presentation skills
- Previous management and technical leadership in systems engineering and design of complex systems
- Active SECRET security clearance
Preferred skills/knowledge include:
- Top Secret security clearance or above
Your working location will be fully onsite located in State College PA.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science systems and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a preemployment drug screen.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL visit our web site at .
**The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.**
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$109300.00 $219600.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity affirmative action 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 you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Employment Type
Full-Time
