Navigation Software Research and Development Engineer

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; Warminster Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 116,496 - 220,884; Full time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University in Warminster, PA is seeking a Navigation Software Engineer to contribute to advanced navigation technologies within the NRDD, testing sensitive sensors in our dedicated laboratory.

You will design, develop, test, and deploy software for ARL contracts, collaborate with scientists and engineers, and help build robust software architectures and algorithms for naval navigation systems.

Qualifications

• 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++ programming 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

C and C++ programming

software development experience

POSIX operating systems

technical writing

data structures

systems software

software engineering

object-oriented design

algorithms

calculus

differential equations

linear algebra

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Master's degree in related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Navigation Software Engineer

Position within the Tactical Navigation Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. As part of the Navigation Research and Development Division (NRDD), this role focuses on advanced navigation technologies, built around a unique laboratory specifically designed to test highly 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 a higher level position

• Lead the design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation of software products for ARL contracts and within our laboratory

Required Skills / Experience

• 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

• 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
• 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

Minimum Education, Work Experience & 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.

Location & Work Arrangement

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.

Background Checks / Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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.

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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.