Engineering And Laboratory Services Department Head

Penn State Applied Research Laboratory

Warminster, PA, US
Base: $109,300.00 - $219,600.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Multi-disciplinary engineering design background
Navigation system integration and testing experience
Project management with critical path tracking
The role involves leading a diverse staff in the development, integration, and testing of high-performance navigation systems and sensors for naval missions

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a diverse staff in the development, integration, and testing of high-performance navigation systems and sensors for naval missions.
  • Candidates must possess strong project management skills to produce schedules, track critical paths, and resolve technical issues alongside program managers.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

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The role involves leading a diverse staff in the development, integration, and testing of high-performance navigation systems and sensors for naval missions.

Salary

Base: $109,300.00 - $219,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Multi-disciplinary engineering design background
  • Navigation system integration and testing experience
  • Project management with critical path tracking
  • PNT technologies including Inertial and GPS
  • Top Secret security clearance eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • Rapid prototyping of navigation systems
  • Active Top Secret security clearance
  • Alternative navigation technologies expertise
  • Geophysical or Sonar navigation knowledge
  • Strong presentation and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 19+ years relevant experience for Principal Professional grade
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance
  • No specific certifications required

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen

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