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Experimental Acoustics Engineer

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
University Park, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025
We are searching for a Experimental Acoustics Engineer to join our Sensor Analysis and Data Modeling Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You Will:

  • Support several principle scientists through laboratory and field experimentation, data acquisition and analysis, prototype design, and computational modeling and data comparisons
  • Development and utilization of data acquisition and visualization tools
  • Development codes with common engineering software such as MATLAB, Python, C , and LabVIEW
  • Develop laboratory apparatus and prototyping

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in an Engineering or Science discipline.

Preferred skills/experience include:

  • Knowledge of the use of basic electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and signal analyzers
  • Basic knowledge of electronics and circuit analysis/development
  • Experience working in a laboratory environment
  • Experience in data acquisition and visualization
  • Prior knowledge of programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C , and/or LabVIEW
  • Exposure to acoustics and signal processing
  • Exposure to hardware design and/or embedded programming
  • Exposure to machining and/or drafting

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA.

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.

You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

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 pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$76,700.00 - $129,500.00

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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