Facilities And Instrumentation Department Head (faculty)

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State College, PA, USA
Not specified; not specified; comprehensive medica...
Hybrid
Fluids and acoustics testing experience
Data acquisition and measurement systems
Mechanical or electrical design expertise
The role involves overseeing the maintenance and operations of specialized research testing facilities such as water tunnels and anechoic chambers at The Applied Research Laboratory

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing the maintenance and operations of specialized research testing facilities such as water tunnels and anechoic chambers at The Applied Research Laboratory.
  • Candidates will lead a team of engineers and technicians while collaborating with Principal Investigators to conceptualize and execute experimental evaluation plans.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

The role involves overseeing the maintenance and operations of specialized research testing facilities such as water tunnels and anechoic chambers at The Applied Research Laboratory.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fluids and acoustics testing experience
  • Data acquisition and measurement systems
  • Mechanical or electrical design expertise
  • Team leadership in multi-disciplinary environment
  • MS Project or similar scheduling software

Nice-to-have

  • Oversight of large research projects
  • Experience with classified information access
  • Background in DoD or Navy support
  • Vendor management for hardware fabrication
  • Principal Investigator (PI) experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in engineering or science discipline
  • Minimum 1 year related experience
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain Secret security clearance
  • Success leading teams of engineers/scientists

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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