Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

3 days ago


Freeport, Maine, United States Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an Electronics Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. The successful candidate will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of technical and program stakeholders from industry and government to identify and address manufacturing problems of military customers using innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform research and development tasks in electronics manufacturing
  • Support the Electronics Manufacturing Center of Excellence leaders to develop and maintain a compelling vision for electronics manufacturing technology efforts
  • Execute and develop technical strategies expanding the use of electronics in defense platforms (ships and aircraft) and weapon system manufacturers
  • Maintain familiarity with leading edge electronics technology and manufacturing techniques and develop ways of making it applicable to military platforms and subsystems to lower cost, improve delivery times or accelerate/enhance capability
  • Assist in new concept development, analyzing alternatives independently and applying engineering techniques and procedures to assignments
  • Author technical documents and reports, brief proposed/ongoing projects, and capabilities
  • Document work in memoranda, sponsor briefs, conference proceedings, and journal articles; brief senior leadership/sponsors/industry
  • Develop project plans for new projects, working with stakeholders both internal (scientists and engineers) and external
  • Manage projects of small or moderate size and scope, making substantial contributions
  • Travel, up to 30%, will be required/expected to support this position
Requirements
  • Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline and five years related experience
  • Additional experience, education, and/or competencies are required for higher-level positions
  • A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Significant role in the development of electronics architectures, systems, protocols, devices, media, and integration - as used in military platforms
  • Stage gate processes - concept / prototype / pilot / LRIP / full production / commoditization / end-of-life
  • Familiarity with emerging electronic technologies such as nanoelectronics and heterogeneous integration
  • Supply chain management - relationships with electronic suppliers and familiar with the vendor ecosystem
  • Business development experience with government customers
  • Practical experience with system engineering concepts and methods
  • Manufacturing systems (LEAN / Six Sigma techniques)
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate in technical activities, as evidenced by co-authorship of technical papers, presentations, proposals, and white papers with authors from other organizations
  • Project management and leadership (PMP) certification
  • An active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI
Work Environment

The work location is at the Electro-Optics & Electronics Division in Freeport, PA. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. You must submit a cover letter of interest and a resume to be considered for this position. Some travel will be required.

Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site.

The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $109,000.00 - $191,000.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR).

The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

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

EEO IS THE LAW: Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.



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