Simulation Software Engineer

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 92,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) in State College, PA seeks a Simulation Software Engineer to develop, integrate, and test software for undersea system simulations supporting DoD applications. The role involves working on interfaces, vehicle software, and numerical methods within a collaborative, on-site team.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in engineering/science and experience with C/C++, Python, Linux, and MATLAB/Simulink.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline is required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience is required.
• On-site work in State College, PA is expected.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, implement, and maintain software for undersea system modeling and simulation, including interfaces used to execute simulations by other applications.
• Integrate and analyze vehicle software, including guidance and control, signal processing, and vehicle controllers into larger digital simulations.
• Design, set up, and execute software tests for simulation verification and validation, including identification of appropriate metrics.
• Document algorithms, code designs, and software tests in accordance with modern software development practices.
• Mentor and train lower-level employees and students in the department (higher-level role).

Skills

C/C++

Python

Fortran

Ada

MATLAB

Simulink

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Aerospace Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Science / Physics / Applied Mathematics / Computer Science

Tools

Git

Agile/SCRUM

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a Simulation Software Engineer to join our Simulation Software (SSW) Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This motivated and talented individual will perform software development activities supporting undersea system simulations for a variety of Department of Defense (DoD) applications.

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

You will:

• Analyze, design, implement, and maintain software associated with undersea systems modeling and simulation, including interfaces used to execute simulations by other applications


• Integrate and analyze vehicle software, including guidance and control, signal processing, and vehicle controllers into larger digital simulations


• Design, set up, and execute software tests for simulation verification and validation, including identification of appropriate metrics


• Document algorithms, code designs, and software tests in accordance with modern software development practices

Additional responsibilities for the higher-level position include:

• Perform Simulation Software Engineering tasks of a large scope or lead specific tasks within the project scope


• May mentor and/or train lower-level employees and students in the department

Required skills/experience areas include:

• A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline


• One or more of C/C++, Python, Fortran, Ada, MATLAB, and Simulink


• Linux


• Ability to engage in constructive debate, expressing ideas clearly and actively listening to diverse viewpoints in a small team environment to meet challenging design and program objectives

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science


• Version control software such as Git


• Developing software using modern practices in an Agile/SCRUM environment


• Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organization skills were crucial to be effective


• 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. This position may require periodic travel.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Software (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science


• 2+ years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

• None

If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Software (ARL) - Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science


• No prior relevant work experience required

Required Certifications:

• None

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 web site 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 $92,100.00 - $174,708.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

PennState provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to suppor