RF Research Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Research and Development Engineer to manage complex RF and Electromagnetic Analyses, Antenna Design and Construction, and Sensor System Development in our Antenna and Electromagnetics Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct research for multiple large RF sensor development projects involving antenna design, computational electromagnetics, RF propagation analysis, and system design
• Supervise the work of staff scientists, engineers, and technicians
• Cook up research and development activities between disciplines involving RF sensor development, RF and electromagnetic analysis tools, definition of scope, and selection of problems for investigation and development of novel concepts and approaches
• Devise plans and lead work on extremely complex RF sensor design and RF and electromagnetic analysis problems that impact the design success of current products or addresses broad design issues of future products or technologies
• Maintain liaison with likeminded research colleagues and units within and outside department, division, and office, with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to RF sensor design and RF and electromagnetic analyses
• Propose and lead new RF sensor design initiatives
• Guide programs of national or international significance by identifying future problems and researching trends and opportunities
• Make substantial contributions to determining feasibility of goals/objectives; evaluate proposed or ongoing projects
• Direct and/or participate in major proposal preparation and presentation
• Present papers, lead symposia, and chair committees; participate on advisory/policy boards, journals, and societies
• Supervise subordinate supervisors or team leaders
• Mentor assigned staff in the development of technical, project, and business development skills
• Document data/findings in technical reports, documents, or oral/written presentations
• Provide innovative problem-solving approaches to enhance RF sensor design capabilities
• Understand broad strategic objectives and applications of RF sensor design and RF/electromagnetic analysis and contribute, nurture, and maintain relationships with major sponsors of external research and develop grant funding
• Research and identify follow-on research projects and/or initiate new project concepts, develop technical proposals, and make presentations to customers/grant sponsors for funding

Requirements

• RF sensor design
• RF and electromagnetic analysis tools
• Computational electromagnetics
• Implementation of new and established techniques
• Application of new methods to solve specific problems
• Leading a research and development team
• Presenting in front of large groups of senior level professionals; conveying information to drive action or decision
• Developing technical proposals, writing whitepapers, etc.
• Fluency in various scientific programming languages including MATLAB, Python, C++, and FORTRAN
• Demonstrated ability to lead the development of projects using the aforementioned languages
• Proven ability to read and understand complex applied mathematics and numerical implementations

Preferred Skills/Experience

• RF sensor development and RF and electromagnetic analysis
• Ability to learn new RF sensor development/design and RF and electromagnetic analyses methods
• Active government security clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
• 19+ years of relevant experience
• Required Certifications: None

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $161,004.00 - $265,704.00.

Schedule

Your work location will be on-site located in State College, PA. but options exist for hybrid of on-site/work from home based on project-dependent ability.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• 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

Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.