Electrical / Computer Engineering Research & Development Engineer

We are searching for an entry level Electrical or Computer Engineer to join the Multi-modal Systems Department within the Multi-Modal Sensing Systems Division (MSS) of the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures office (A2SO) at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University.

Mission of the MS Department:

• Application of traditional systems and software engineering techniques for the design and development of complex sensor systems
• Application of modeling and simulation methodologies
• Approaches for Rapid Prototyping as a means of concept assessment, risk reduction, and accelerated capability fielding
• Utilization of agile development methods including DevSecOps for continuous integration / continuous delivery (CI/CD) software pipelines, and application to all facets of complex system development

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

You will:

• Be an integral team member designing next generation systems for the military
• Be working with entry to senior level engineers on a daily basis
• Have an active role in the entire sensor design and development process
• Collaborate with engineers within IST, CINO and across ARL to deliver complex sensor systems

Required Skills/Knowledge include:

• MATLAB and/or LABVIEW
• Computer programming experience in C / C++ / Python
• Basic electronic test equipment setup and operation

Preferred Skills/Experience include:

• PCB layout in multi-layer boards using Altium. RF Experience a plus
• Solidworks
• Producing technical documentation related to the design and building of complex systems
• LINUX and Windows OS systems
• Embedded systems to include FPGAs, microcontrollers, and similar entities
• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• Active government security clearance

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications:

Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Required Certifications: None

Research and Development Engineer - Professional:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• No prior relevant work experience required
• Required Certifications: None

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).

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess 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.