Applied Communications Department Head (Faculty)

Penn State University Talent Acquisition • University Park, PA • 21h ago

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POSITION SPECIFICS We are seeking a Department Head for the Applied Communications Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will direct a team of Research and Development Engineers in designing, building, and integrating radio technologies into tactical, deployable systems for transition to government customers. Technologies include software defined radios, RF hardware, Communication Protocols, and Application Software. You will shepherd products from the proof-of-concept phase to deployment ready, including the development of technical data packages. This position can be filled as a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research Faculty.

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

You will:

Manage the daily activities of approximately 8 (with potential to grow) Research and Development Engineers, to include hiring, training, mentoring, tasking, and managing the performance review process

Direct technical excellence, cost control, and on time delivery of work

Lead and ensure the proper execution of research, development, and prototyping of systems for a wide range of customers in the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC)

Oversee the development of plans and proposals for new programs

Technically contribute to programs in your area of expertise

Foster and develop relationships with government customers to expand the opportunities for the Applied Communications Department

Faculty rank will be commensurate with education and experience. Minimally requires a Master's degree in an engineering or science discipline and 1 year related experience.

Required skills/experience areas include:

Technical Team Lead or Program Lead

Project management

Technical proficiency in one or more of: Electronic Circuit Design, Radio Frequency Design, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Microcontrollers, FPGA Implementation, Linux, or Real Time Operating Systems

Ability to navigate and thrive in a setting with diverse communication styles and organizational strategies

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

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

A Master's degree in a related engineering field

Driven technology development environment

Field-testing of systems at Government facilities

Active TS/SCI clearance

Your working location will be fully on-site in State College, PA. You will be required to travel to support operations at Commercial and Government facilities, including test ranges.

ARL's 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 www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment 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.

BENEFITSPenn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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