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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Vehicle Operations team located at our Keyport, WA facility of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. The selected candidate will design, build, and test mechanical systems that support Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV) development, operations, and testing.
You will …
- Use problem solving skills, identifying technical issues that can be addressed for long term success
- Provide technical rigor and discipline to problem solving process
- Take projects from mechanical concept, to solid models, then drawings, and prototype construction
- Build, install, troubleshoot, modify, and repair mechanical systems.
- Collaborate across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software, logistics) in a small team environment of engineers, technicians, and US Navy personnel
- Support field testing of UUVs working on small boats and ocean going vessels for UUV development and testing events
- Travel to support UUV test events 1-4 times per year varying from 1-3 weeks per trip
This position will be filled as a Level 2 or Level 3 depending upon the successful candidate’s competencies, education, and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline plus 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 2. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher-level jobs. A Masters’ degree is preferred.
Requirements include:
- Demonstrated ability to solve mechanical problems, improve mechanical systems, and design/fabricate/test mechanical components, preferably for undersea applications.
- Accomplished field engineer including planning field test events, test execution, support, and troubleshooting during test events.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team (give examples) of engineers and technicians, preferably during test environments.
Additional requirements for a Level 3:
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams that evaluate and solve complex, time sensitive mechanical problems of fielded systems, preferably undersea.
- Skilled program leader, communicating with management, sponsor, and USN Fleet representatives. Building a team that can accomplish tasking on time and on budget while meeting all technical objectives.
- Evaluating and managing risk, leading effort to understand issues while anticipating and solving potential problems for UUV field test before they occur.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
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 .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, 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 814-865-1473.
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CURRENT EMPLOYEES OR STUDENTS:
If you are a current employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) at Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . If you are a current student at Penn State and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Vehicle Operations team located at our Keyport, WA facility of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. The selected candidate will design, build, and test mechanical systems that support Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV) development, operations, and testing.
You will …
- Use problem solving skills, identifying technical issues that can be addressed for long term success
- Provide technical rigor and discipline to problem solving process
- Take projects from mechanical concept, to solid models, then drawings, and prototype construction
- Build, install, troubleshoot, modify, and repair mechanical systems.
- Collaborate across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software, logistics) in a small team environment of engineers, technicians, and US Navy personnel
- Support field testing of UUVs working on small boats and ocean going vessels for UUV development and testing events
- Travel to support UUV test events 1-4 times per year varying from 1-3 weeks per trip
This position will be filled as a Level 2 or Level 3 depending upon the successful candidate’s competencies, education, and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline plus 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 2. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher-level jobs. A Masters’ degree is preferred.
Requirements include:
- Demonstrated ability to solve mechanical problems, improve mechanical systems, and design/fabricate/test mechanical components, preferably for undersea applications.
- Accomplished field engineer including planning field test events, test execution, support, and troubleshooting during test events.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team (give examples) of engineers and technicians, preferably during test environments.
Additional requirements for a Level 3:
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams that evaluate and solve complex, time sensitive mechanical problems of fielded systems, preferably undersea.
- Skilled program leader, communicating with management, sponsor, and USN Fleet representatives. Building a team that can accomplish tasking on time and on budget while meeting all technical objectives.
- Evaluating and managing risk, leading effort to understand issues while anticipating and solving potential problems for UUV field test before they occur.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
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 .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, 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 814-865-1473.
Affirmative Action
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
Hotlines
Keyport, WA
Keyport, WA, WA
University Park, PA
,