Operations Research/Undersea Systems Analyst

We are searching for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, positive and quality-conscious Undersea System Analyst to join our Operations Research and Systems Analysis Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

About the role

Operations Research is a multidisciplinary field in which a wide range of analytical methods are utilized to aid decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Aggregate Subject Matter Expertise – work with a diverse group of experts, including Navy officers, engineers, scientists, and mathematicians, to understand problems from many perspectives
• Execute analyses – plan an approach to a problem, develop models, execute models/simulations, and analyze results
• Perform concept assessments – assess future or current naval operations and/or systems engineering for conceptual systems
• Deliver results – clearly communicate results to stakeholders within the laboratory or to sponsors in the DoD or IC

Additional responsibilities for the higher-level position include:

• Contributing to white papers and/or study plans
• Performing larger tasks individually or as part of a group
• Leading small tasks

Requirements

• Knowledge of computing languages or frameworks for scientific/engineering analysis such as C++, MATLAB, Simulink, R, or Python
• Creativity in problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to absorb a broad array of information from scientific and/or mathematical fields
• Ability to identify relationships between a system and its operational usage - logistics, planning, environmental, and risk factors
• Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
• Past success in providing ideas in written form for clear comprehension to an audience
• Previous success with collaborations in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Undersea systems and the ability to apply this experience to assess new concepts
• Modeling and simulation, particularly to resolve questions of interacting systems, applied physics, or mathematics
• 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

Location & Travel

Your working location will be fully onsite, located in State College, PA. This position may require periodic travel to remote locations in support of meetings.

Education & Experience

If filled as R&D Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• 2+ years of relevant experience

If filled as R&D Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• No prior relevant work experience required

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).

Security & Clearance

• 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.

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $92,100.00 - $174,708.00.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.