Research Engineer (Physics Department)
Research Engineer (Physics Department)
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$ 68200 - 102300
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University are seeking to fill a Research Engineer Intermediate position in the departments inhouse electronics design facility. The successful candidate will work on a variety of collaborative physics and astrophysics projects under the guidance of the Detector Development Lead and in collaboration with faculty in the two departments. The DDL maintains expertise in detection of photons and particles using advanced techniques in particle physics and astronomy. The projects will range from satellite and balloonbased observatories to deep underground experiments with science goals aimed at highenergy astrophysics particle astrophysics and fundamental physics projects.
The Research EngineerIntermediate will assist engineering staff in the Detector Development lab in the development fabrication installation and use of custom circuit boards electronics systems and/or firmware relevant for these projects. The successful candidate will be a member of a team in the lab which currently includes three staff engineers.
- Assist with the design and execution of hardware firmware and software solutions.
- Designs Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
- Test electronic hardware using tools such as digital multimeters oscilloscopes and VNAs
- Installation and deployment of hardware firmware and software systems by working at integration facilities.
- Making flighthardened cable assemblies
- Work with DDL staff and students.
- Communication with faculty at Penn State and researchers around the world on physics and astronomy projects
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred (but not mandatory) skills might include using Altium Designer HDL programming programming microcontrollers and familiarity with common hardware communication protocols such as i2c and SPI.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree Engineering or Science 1 years of relevant experience Required Certifications: NoneAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter and resume. Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted to indicating the job number and position title in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $68200.00 $102300.00.Salary Structure Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for fulltime employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. 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.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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EEO IS THE LAW
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 you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
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Full-Time
