Agile Systems Research & Development Engineer

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to join their Agile Systems Engineering Department. This role combines electrical engineering, software development, and systems engineering to support defense applications across sea, land, air, and space domains.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology projects, with responsibilities spanning from detailed electrical design to system-level architecture development. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior engineers and subject matter experts on various technical challenges, including FPGA development, embedded systems programming, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science who enjoys hands-on development work and system-level problem solving. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work.

Penn State offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, and a unique 75% tuition discount benefit that extends to family members. The work environment at ARL provides exposure to challenging scientific and engineering problems in support of the Navy, Department of Defense, and Intelligence Community.

The position is based in State College, PA, offering a blend of university town atmosphere with high-tech defense research opportunities. The salary range of $76,700 - $164,000 reflects the technical nature of the work and various experience levels that may qualify for the position.

For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful defense projects while being part of a prestigious research institution. The position combines technical challenges with professional growth opportunities, supported by Penn State's robust benefits package and commitment to employee development.