What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Testing Engineer - Security Clearance Required position at Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University?
We are seeking a Research and Development Engineer with mechanical and materials engineering knowledge to join the Characterization and Testing team in the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State with mechanical and materials engineering to join our team in the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. This role will involve testing structures and systems plus analyzing data with a particular emphasis on multi-material assemblies, including fiber-reinforced polymer composite structures. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our research and development team to perform solutions and present analytical results. ARL at Penn State University is dedicated to developing innovative solutions to complex national problems, with a primary focus on supporting the U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and Intel communities.
As an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner, we welcome applications from transitioning military members.
You will :
- Assist with scheduling testing, tracking, execution of static and dynamic trials to support development and demonstration of emergent metal, composite and hybrid components and systems
- Contribute to the fabrication of test hardware and fixtures, and testing activities
- Utilize CAD and other engineering tools to create and model mechanical designs
- Collaborate with fellow engineers to develop innovative solutions
- Contribute to proposals, reports and presentations in support of assigned projects and tasks
Minimally requires a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or science discipline.
Required Skills and Experience include :
Preferred Skills and Experience include :
Candidates for consideration must submit a resume.
Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
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.
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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is :
76,700.00 - $115,100.00
Salary : $76,700 - $115,100
