Penn State University is seeking a Department Head for the Advanced Optical Systems Department within the Applied Research Laboratory. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing optical systems projects, particularly related to defense applications, and demonstrate strong leadership in research and development
Job Summary
Provide organizational leadership to the Advanced Optical Systems Department, including employee management, recruitment, development, and retention.
Serve as a principal investigator and program manager, leveraging subject matter expertise in optical systems and applying leadership and systems engineering principles to ensure program success.
Conduct basic and applied research in the development, integration, and evaluation of high-performance, novel, and complex optical designs—from concept through deployment.
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Penn State University is seeking a Department Head for the Advanced Optical Systems Department within the Applied Research Laboratory. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing optical systems projects, particularly related to defense applications, and demonstrate strong leadership in research and development.
Salary
$109,300.00 - $219,600.00
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
optical systems design and development
leadership and employee management
high-energy laser delivery systems
imaging and sensing systems
DoD applications support
Nice-to-have
emerging optical design approaches
systems engineering experience
collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
strategic plan contribution
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in technical field
10+ years of project management experience
5+ years of supervisory experience
Experience with optical design software
Experience with coating and optics fabrication techniques