Embedded Software Dept Lead — Undersea & Real-Time

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 161,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University, through the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL), seeks a Department Head for the Embedded Software group. The role will oversee a dynamic team, set technical vision, and ensure software/firmware delivers for undersea and autonomous systems.

It may require DoD-related engagements and security clearances. The position emphasizes leadership, strategic direction, and collaboration with office and division leadership to prioritize work and allocate resources across current and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of technical teams and project delivery.
• Experience designing and delivering real-time embedded software for complex systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the ES department's strategy and workforce.
• Direct software/firmware development for autonomous and undersea systems.
• Guide architecture, design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software.

Skills

Leadership

Embedded real-time software

C/C++ development

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Embedded development tools

Job description

Penn State University, through the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL), seeks a Department Head for the Embedded Software group. The role will oversee a dynamic team, set technical vision, and ensure software/firmware delivers for undersea and autonomous systems.

It may require DoD-related engagements and security clearances. The position emphasizes leadership, strategic direction, and collaboration with office and division leadership to prioritize work and allocate resources across current and