Division Head, Guidance And Control Technology

Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory

State College, PA, US
Base: $123,200.00 - $219,600.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Underwater acoustics expertise
Autonomous decision-making systems
Embedded real-time software development
The Division Head will lead a team of fifty scientists and engineers in developing complex undersea guidance systems for weapons and uncrewed underwater vehicles

Job Summary

  • The Division Head will lead a team of fifty scientists and engineers in developing complex undersea guidance systems for weapons and uncrewed underwater vehicles.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record as a Principal Investigator or technical lead securing external funding in underwater acoustics, signal processing, or autonomous decision-making.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $123,200 to $219,600 along with robust benefits including medical coverage and a 75% tuition discount.

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The Division Head will lead a team of fifty scientists and engineers in developing complex undersea guidance systems for weapons and uncrewed underwater vehicles.

Salary

Base: $123,200.00 - $219,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Underwater acoustics expertise
  • Autonomous decision-making systems
  • Embedded real-time software development
  • Acoustic signal processing
  • Vehicle autonomy and tactics design
  • External funding acquisition record

Nice-to-have

  • DoD Navy industrial research experience
  • Trusted stakeholder relationship building
  • Strategic initiative execution
  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration skills
  • Mentoring R&D engineering staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 14+ years relevant experience for Senior Professional
  • 19+ years relevant experience for Principal Professional
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Secret level security clearance eligibility

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen

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