Engineering Project Adviser

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 68,604 - 102,900; Full time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking an Engineering Project Adviser to join the Agile Systems Engineering (ASE) Department within the MMSO. The role focuses on planning, reporting, and risk management to support rapid, cross-disciplinary engineering solutions for defense-related projects.

You will partner with program managers, lead systems engineers, and principal investigators to ensure timely project execution and effective communication with government

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Experience writing white papers or reports and presenting to stakeholders.
• Ability to clearly express ideas to drive understanding and buy-in.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project planning and development of project management work products in collaboration with technical leads.
• Create and review presentations and reports to support project execution including coordinating large meetings and reviews at ARL.
• Analyze program costs, schedules, and milestones to assess risk and manage changes to deliverables.
• Report to ARL project leadership and government sponsors as applicable.
• Develop and manage technical and financial status reports and data packages for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Lead Systems Engineers, and Principal Investigators to ensure timely execution of project management activities.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Project Management

Writing reports

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a highly motivated and self-starting Engineering Project Adviser to join the Agile Systems Engineering (ASE) Department in the Material Manufacturing and Sustainment Office (MMSO) at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State. Our mission is to support research, design and application of engineering development methodologies supporting the strategic advancement of warfighter capability at the speed of relevance. Focus is on rapid development of complex engineering systems requiring the integration of cross-disciplinary solutions and expertise.

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

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 website at www.arl.psu.edu.

You will:

• Assist in project planning and development of project management work products in collaboration with technical leads
• Create and review presentations and reports ensuring a range of products and accommodations are in place to support project execution including coordinating large meetings and project reviews hosted at ARL
• Analyze program costs, schedules, and milestones to assess risk and manage any change to program deliverables
• Report to ARL project leadership and external collaborators, to include government sponsors
• Develop and manage technical and financial status reports and technical data package documentation for both internal and external stakeholders
• Work closely with Program Managers, Lead Systems Engineers, and Principal Investigators to help ensure timely execution of project management activities and to help ensure smooth project execution

Required Skills/Experience areas include:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Project Management fundamental concepts and their application to real-world projects
• Past success in writing white papers or reports
• Ability to express ideas successfully to drive understanding

Preferred Skills/Experience areas include:

• Microsoft Project and Visio
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Past success working within a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), or other Government Laboratory
• 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 on-site located in State College, PA.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

Background Check/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 $68,604.00 - $102,900.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In 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.

• In addition to comprehensive medical, digital, 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.

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The ASR is available for review here.

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