Signal Processing Research and Development Engineer
Signal Processing Research and Development Engineer
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$ 109300 - 164000
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POSITION SPECIFICS
We are seeking a motivated and talented engineer to join our Applied Signals & System Integration team in the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This position will be working with senior technical staff to research design develop integrate and test advanced acoustics and wireless RF systems.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
- Create Algorithms and/or software design
- Develop C/C or equivalent code to interface with developed hardware and associated interfaces (SPI I2C etc)
- Integration of Software Defined Radio (SDR) hardware/software components as appropriate
- Collect RF and acoustic signals for processing and algorithm development
- Evaluate/develop communication security protocols
Experience with the following is required:
- Capable of creating testable system level performance requirements from sponsor defined use cases or user stories
- Capable of taking high level system requirements and performing a first order decomposition into hardware and software functions
- Capable of generating test plans/procedures to validate system level performance
Preferred Experience includes:
- Software design
- Signal Processing
- FPGA development
- Computer Networking
- Develop C/C or equivalent code to interface with developed hardware and associated interfaces (SPI I2C etc)
- Integration of Software Defined Radio (SDR) hardware/software components
- Evaluate/develop communication security protocols
- MATLAB/LabVIEW modeling and simulation
- RF principles
- Embedded software/hardware
- Wireless/cyber security
- C-Language programming
- Acoustic signal processing
- Troubleshooting experience
- Communication Analytical and Organizational skills
A Doctorate degree in Acoustics is preferred.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree - Engineering or Science 5 years of relevant experience Required Certifications: NoneARLs 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 web site at .
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 topossess 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.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $109300.00 - $164000.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
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.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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 .
Employment Type
Full-Time
