Operations Research/Undersea Systems Analyst

About the role

We are searching for self-motivated, detail-oriented, positive, and quality-conscious Undersea System Analysts to join our Operations Research and Systems Analysis Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL), Penn State.

Responsibilities

• Lead Small Teams of Engineers – track, develop, and manage the technical performance of 2 – 4 Research and Development (R&D) Engineers
• Agregate Subject Matter Expertise – work with a diverse group of experts, including Navy officers, engineers, scientists, and mathematicians, to understand problems from many perspectives
• Shape Direction of Analysis – resolve questions about complex or ill-defined systems and deliver concrete findings and guidance to customers
• Perform Concept Assessments – leverage modeling and simulation to evaluate technologies and concepts for current and/or future, next generation undersea systems
• Deliver Clear Results – communicate technical findings to community stakeholders and to sponsors within the Department of Defense (DoD) or Intel Community (IC) in honest and compelling ways
• Pursue Future Work – promote our identify as a technically competent research center and propose work opportunities to DoD and IC sponsors

Required skills/experience areas

• Knowledge of computing languages or frameworks for scientific/engineering analysis such as C++, MATLAB, Simulink, R, or Python
• Creativity in environments where the problem is not initially well-defined
• Demonstrated ability to absorb a broad array of information from scientific and/or mathematical fields
• Demonstrated ability to identify relationships between a system and its operational usage - logistics, planning, environmental, and risk factors
• Demonstrated ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
• Previous 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 skills/experience areas

• 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
• Demonstrated experience in task management for small teams

Additional responsibilities for the higher-level position

• Managing larger teams of 3 – 10 people
• Providing inputs to strategic planning for the department

Required Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

• Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Senior Professional: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience
• Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Advanced Professional: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience

Working location

Your working location will be fully onsite, located in State College, PA. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

• Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Senior Professional: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience
• Research and Development Engineer - Simulation and Modeling (ARL) - Advanced Professional: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $121,704.00 - $231,000.00. 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.

Contact Information

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