Undersea Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer

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POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for motivated and talented team members with science technology engineering acoustics or mathematics (STEM) based education and background to join the Undersea Systems Simulation (USS) Department of the Model-Based Engineering (MBE) Division in the Undersea Systems Office (USO) at Penn States Applied Research Laboratory (ARL). We support our national security and undersea warfare sponsors through the development and demonstration of science and technology with the expertise tools and processes to take concepts from the early developmental phase through transition to industry and the fleet.

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

You will:

• Design setup and execute transient physics-based computer simulation studies to investigate a wide range of metrics associated with undersea engagements

• Perform modeling simulation and analyses of undersea systems for a variety of Department of Defense (DoD) applications

• Analyze simulation study results and condense results into cohesive conclusions and actionable recommendations

• Perform system-level operability and Concept of Operations (CONOPS) based studies and analysis of results

• Analyze design and implement computational models (vehicle dynamics sound propagation signal processing etc.) associated with undersea systems modeling and simulation

• Integrate and analyze vehicle software (operational code) including guidance and control signal processing and vehicle controller into larger digital simulations

• Utilize modeling and simulation (M&S) using physics-based software models and software in the loop (SWIL) simulations. No hardware and/or hardware-in-the-loop is involved with the position

Additional responsibilities for the higher-level position include:

• Working with more complex scenarios

• Performing more in-depth analyses

• Managing more concurrent tasking

Required skills/experience areas include:

• A degree in an area of study related to Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Systems Engineering Engineering Science Physics Applied Mathematics Acoustics or Computer Science

• Ability to understand complex and/or ill-defined systems develop action plans to resolve questions about those systems and deliver concrete findings and guidance from studies to stakeholders and customers

• Creativity in problem solving including the ability to absorb a broad range of information

• Inquisitive proactive and interested in learning new tools techniques and problem domains

• Strong written oral and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

• Well-organized independent and ready to work

• Comfortable working in an environment where problems are often not initially well-defined

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• Modelling vehicle dynamics signal processing sound propagation undersea acoustics reverberation sonar arrays numerical analysis & methods statistics autonomy algorithms and/or computational physics

• Programming for engineering applications and scientific applications (FORTRAN C C Ada Matlab Python and/or Simulink etc.)

• Willingness to concurrently work multiple projects (usually 2-3)

• Ability to work closely with small cadre of highly trained professionals to meet challenging design and program objectives

• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility if required

Your working location will be fully onsite located in State College PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This role may require periodic travel.

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Intermediate Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree - Engineering or Science 2 years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Professional this position requires: Bachelors Degree - Engineering or Science No prior relevant work experience required Required Certifications: None

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).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.

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance participate in the ARL drug testing program and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $92100.00 - $174708.00.

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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.

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