Head of Advanced Optical Systems — Lead Imaging & Sensing

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 109,300 - 219,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Pennsylvania is seeking a Department Head for the Advanced Optical Systems Department. This role involves providing leadership, mentoring staff, and managing high-impact research projects in optical systems development. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, with a minimum of ten years' experience in managing DoD-related projects. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a generous tuition discount for employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience in project management related to DoD applications.
• Broad understanding of optical systems and their design.
• Success in transitioning technology from development to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Advanced Optical Systems Department.
• Mentor staff and manage high-impact research projects.
• Lead projects for design and development of electro-optical systems.

Skills

Optical system development

Project management

Leadership

Optical design software (Zemax, CODE V)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Optical design software

Job description

A leading educational institute in Pennsylvania is seeking a Department Head for the Advanced Optical Systems Department. This role involves providing leadership, mentoring staff, and managing high-impact research projects in optical systems development. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, with a minimum of ten years' experience in managing DoD-related projects. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a generous tuition discount for employees and their families.