Navigation Software Research and Development Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Retirement plans

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory in Warminster, PA, seeks a Navigation Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy software for ARL contracts, collaborating with scientists and engineers in the NRDD to advance navigation tech on challenging Navy and IC programs.

Candidates should have a degree in engineering or science, experience with C/C++, POSIX, and strong writing skills; preferred MATLAB, Python, and experience with real-time or distributed systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with C and C++.
• Experience with POSIX operating systems.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement software products for ARL contracts and within our laboratory.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers.
• Build core competencies in software architecture, implementation, test, and deployment.
• Strengthen capabilities in numerical analysis and algorithm design.
• Develop expertise in navigation sensor and systems technology.
• Lead design and development for higher level position as applicable.

Skills

C/C++

Software development

POSIX

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Distributed computing

Middleware

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a Navigation Software Engineer to join our Tactical Navigation Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. As part the Navigation Research and Development Division (NRDD), this role will focus on advanced navigation technologies, built around a unique laboratory specially designed to test incredibly sensitive navigation sensors. The mission of NRDD is to provide expert knowledge in navigation systems for our Navy and other Intel Community and federal government customers. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will

• Contribute to the design, development, test, and implementation of software products for ARL contracts and within our laboratory
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers working together to bring new ideas to fruition
• Build core competencies in software architecture, implementation, test, and deployment
• Strengthen capabilities in numerical analysis and algorithm design
• Develop expertise in navigation sensor and systems technology
• Additional responsibilities for higher level position includes: Lead the design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation of software products for ARL contracts and within our laboratory

Required skills/experience areas include

• Completed CS Courses: Data Structures, Systems Software, Software Engineering, Object-Oriented Design, and Algorithms
• Completed Math Courses: Calculus I / II / III, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra
• Knowledge of C and C++ programing languages
• Demonstrated software development experience
• Experience with POSIX operating systems
• Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully in order to provide clear comprehension, including technical writing

Preferred skills/experience areas include

• Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related field
• Related software experience
• Algorithm design, numerical analysis, software optimization, software validation techniques, distributed computing, real-time systems, data science, database systems, and/or networking
• MATLAB, Python, distributed computing architectures, and middleware

Security and Clearance

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.

Work Location and Travel

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in Warminster, PA. This position may require travel to remote locations for field-testing; in a laboratory, or at-sea aboard a surface ship or a submarine.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as R&D Engineer - Software (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None

If filled as R&D Engineer - Software (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 2+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None

About ARL

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/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 $116,496.00 - $220,884.00. This salary range includes an adjustment based on required geographic work location.
• 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.

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