APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Current Penn State employees and students, please log in to Workday to complete the internal application process. External applicants, please click Apply and complete the application process.POSITION: We are searching for a Dynamics and Controls Engineer to join the Vehicle Control and Dynamics Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL develops innovative solutions to support the Navy, Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). ARL welcomes transitioning military members to apply.You WillDevelop and analyze flight control system requirements, including system design trade studies.Create, validate, and maintain 6DoF dynamic system models for undersea vehicles, including Software-in-Loop simulations in Matlab/Simulink.Design, tune, and validate flight control algorithms and software.Design, analyze, and update Strapdown Inertial Navigation System algorithms; model and analyze navigation sensors.Develop, debug, and test Matlab/Simulink-based software and data analysis tools, including unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop system tests; document algorithms, specifications, software, and defects.Support lab and field test planning, execution, and data analysis.Proactively seek professional development opportunities.Proactively share knowledge with team members.Additional Responsibilities for Higher Level PositionsContribute to the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical engineering products, systems, and subsystems.Investigate and evaluate practical applicability of scientific theories and engineering principles to develop and improve engineering systems; identify technical approaches to solve problems and meet customer/grantor needs.Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through detailed steps.Conduct experiments/tests in laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions based on research findings; plan/design experiments or tests and supervise execution.Initiate or contribute data, analysis, and design for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, papers, or presentations.Required Skills and ExperienceExperience using Matlab, Simulink, C, or C++.Experience in network and serial communications.Experience in software configuration management systems (e.g., GIT).Preferred Skills and ExperienceActive government security clearance.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.Excellent time management skills.Ability to present ideas, concepts, and instructions clearly to peers, management, sponsors, and stakeholders.Ability to work independently or as part of a team.Ability to conform to development standards and requirements for each project.Minimum QualificationsResearch and Development Engineer – Senior Professional: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science + 14+ years of relevant experience.Research and Development Engineer – Advanced Professional: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science + 5+ years of relevant experience.Research and Development Engineer – Intermediate Professional: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science + 2+ years of relevant experience.Work Location: Fully on‑site in State College, PA.Background Checks/Clearances: Employment requires successful completion of background check(s) and ability to obtain a government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required; pre‑employment drug screening required.Salary Range: $86,300.00 – $191,000.00 (may be impacted by geographic differential).Benefits: Penn State provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time), and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal‑opportunity 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr