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Senior RF Research Engineer

1 month ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Penn State University Talent Acquisition Full time
Job Description and Position Requirements

The Antennas and Electromagnetics Department of the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking an experienced Research and Development Engineer to manage complex RF Propagation projects, contribute to customers' strategic objectives, mentor staff, and develop relationships to seek funding from potential donors.

The primary research focus is RF Propagation from ELF to millimeter wave.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple and/or large RF Propagation and analysis projects
  • Lead with the design, development, and implementation of RF propagation models including environmental effects such as space weather and meteorology
  • Develop novel techniques in RF propagation including new mathematical derivations of both electromagnetic phenomena and relevant environmental factors such as radio space weather and meteorology
  • Lead RF propagation experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technical areas
  • Document data/findings in technical reports, documents, or oral/written presentations
  • Make substantial contributions to determining feasibility of goals/objectives; evaluate proposed or ongoing projects
  • Create opportunities to improve RF propagation modeling and analysis capability either extending existing capability, developing new methods, or diversifying into new applications
  • Provide innovative problem-solving approaches to enhance RF propagation modeling and analysis capabilities
  • Understand broad strategic objectives and applications of RF propagation modeling and 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
  • Mentor staff in the development of technical, project, and business development skills
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in an Engineering or Science discipline, plus 14+ years related experience
  • Experience in RF Propagation mathematical methods, implementation of new and established methods, and application of methods to solve specific problems
  • Proven successful experience leading a research team
  • Effective at presenting in front of large groups of senior level professionals; conveying information to drive action or decision
  • Past successful experience developing technical proposals, writing whitepapers, etc.
  • Fluent in multiple various scientific programming languages from Matlab, Python, C++, and FORTRAN; proven ability to read and understand complex applied mathematics and numerical implementations
Preferred Skills
  • Current active security clearance
  • Ability to learn new programming languages and tools, mathematical techniques and numerical implementations
Work Environment

Position can allow for hybrid on-site/work from home in the State College, PA area.

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

You will be subject to a government security investigation. An active security clearance is highly desired. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Employment with ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

ARL 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).

We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.