Mechanical Engineering Technologist

The Experimental Support Department within the Undersea Systems Office (USO) at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking experienced Mechanical Engineering Support Specialists.

About the role

We serve as a research center of excellence in undersea weapons, unmanned undersea vehicles, and advanced sonars. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate daily with engineers and engineering support specialists
• Provide feedback and recommendations to design engineers to improve designs and/or manufacturability
• Handle energetic materials in accordance with safe practices and established procedures
• Assemble prototype mechanical systems and test hardware
• Install, calibrate, and use precision testing instrumentation
• Conduct mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of test equipment
• Assist with collecting, compiling, analyzing, and documenting test data for relevant engineering personnel
• Aid in the control and safe disposal of hazardous and other laboratory materials
• Recommend, source, and procure materials and parts for system manufacturing and testing

Requirements

• Prior experience handling energetic materials
• Understanding of general hazards associated with energetics work and common mitigation practices
• Familiarity with the assembly, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision after appropriate training

Qualifications

• Prior experience handling energetic materials
• Understanding of general hazards associated with energetics work and common mitigation practices
• Familiarity with the assembly, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision after appropriate training

Skills

• Working knowledge of ATF/DOT standards for storage and transportation of Hazard Class (HC) 1 items
• Familiarity with DoD Manual 4145.26, DoD Contractor’s Safety Manual for Ammunition and Explosives
• Familiarity with Defense Explosive Safety Regulation (DESR) 6055.09
• Experience using and calibrating instrumentation such as thermocouples, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure transducers, and flow meters
• Knowledge of or experience with weld design and basic MIG or TIG welding and/or resistance tack welding operations
• 3D modeling software/CAD such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or Siemens NX
• Developing and/or writing assembly procedures

Benefits

This position is fully on-site in State College, PA. Questions regarding flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $80,100.00 - $152,004.00.

Schedule

This position is fully on-site in State College, PA.

Qualifications

• If filled as Engineering Technologist, Mechanical (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• If filled as Engineering Technologist, Mechanical (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required Certifications

• None

Background checks/clearances

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

Additional Information

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Contact Information

To learn more about the application process, please contact the hiring manager during the interview process.