Manufacturing Technology Engineer (electronic systems)
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Job Location:
Freeport, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 123200 - 191000
Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Electro-Optics & Electronics (EOE) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University located in Freeport PA is seeking a senior-level Manufacturing Technology Engineer. The purpose of Penn State ARL is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of the Navy Department of Defense (DoD) and intelligence communities. You will join a team of scientists and engineers performing a wide range of applied research and development projects involving electronics manufacturing process improvements.
ARL is authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
Develop manufacturing improvements to produce DoD systems
Execute research and development projects in manufacturing technology engineering
Plan and manage concurrent project tasks to achieve research contract goals
Collaborate with other engineers scientists technical and program staff including the Penn State ARL research team Penn State ARL faculty at Penn State DoD laboratories DoD program offices and related industry teams to accomplish project and organizational goals
Prepare and present your work as briefings and reports to a variety of audiences
Required skills and experience includes:
No less than 10 years of relevant experience electronics manufacturing technologies for components and systems
Ability to clearly communicate document and present results
Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes technical and program management roles
Eligibility for Secret Clearance
Preferred skills and experience includes:
Experience with development production and test of radar electronic warfare and similar systems at the system / architecture level including identification and implementation of novel solutions in DoD electronics manufacturing
Experience with project management practice in a research project leadership role that involves execution and development of multiple related project efforts
An advanced technical degree relevant to electronic systems
Experience with lean manufacturing concepts
An active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI
Your working location will be full onsite located in Freeport PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree - Engineering or Science 14 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 website 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 $123200.00 - $191000.00.**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 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 .
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- CNC Programming
- Lean
- Machining
- Tooling
- CAD
- CNC
- Assembly Experience
- SolidWorks
- Kaizen
- Manufacturing
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