Department Head System Design

Pegulaicearena

State College, PA, US
Base: $109,300.00 - $219,600.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Sonar system design and testing
Technical leadership of diverse engineering teams
Collaboration with multidisciplinary groups
The System Design Department Head provides overall leadership, direction and oversight for programs and research activity in support of the Navy, DoD, and Intelligence Community

Job Summary

  • The System Design Department Head provides overall leadership, direction and oversight for programs and research activity in support of the Navy, DoD, and Intelligence Community.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.
  • Employment requires successful completion of background checks, drug screening, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Matching Summary

The System Design Department Head provides overall leadership, direction and oversight for programs and research activity in support of the Navy, DoD, and Intelligence Community.

Salary

Base: $109,300.00 - $219,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sonar system design and testing
  • Technical leadership of diverse engineering teams
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary groups
  • Development of complex electromechanical-acoustic systems
  • On-site work in State College
  • Periodic travel for testing support

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in EE, ME, Computer Engineering or Acoustics
  • Experience with CAD and simulation tools
  • Familiarity with mechanical design and FEA
  • Embedded software and networking knowledge
  • Experience with at-sea deployment and testing
  • Ability to obtain government security clearance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 5+ to 19+ years relevant experience depending on level
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain government security clearance
  • No required certifications

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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