Facilities And Instrumentation Department Head (faculty)
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA, US
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
Hybrid
Fluids and acoustics testing experience
Data acquisition and measurement systems
Mechanical or electrical design expertise
This role leads the Facilities and Instrumentation Department at The Applied Research Laboratory to maintain critical testing facilities including the Garfield Thomas Water Tunnel
Job Summary
This role leads the Facilities and Instrumentation Department at The Applied Research Laboratory to maintain critical testing facilities including the Garfield Thomas Water Tunnel.
The successful candidate will oversee mechanical and electrical design, manage department budgets, and provide mentorship to a team of engineers and technicians.
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
This role leads the Facilities and Instrumentation Department at The Applied Research Laboratory to maintain critical testing facilities including the Garfield Thomas Water Tunnel.
Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, 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 of engineers and scientists
MS Project or similar scheduling software
Nice-to-have
Oversight of large research projects
Experience with classified information access
Vendor management for fabrication costs
Multi-disciplinary collaboration success
Key Requirements
Master's degree in engineering or science discipline