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Data Science Research and Development Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
May 01, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS We are looking for Full-Time Engineers, Scientists, and Software Developers, to join our Geospatial Data Science team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will aid our research efforts in this unique problem area that has applications in defense, law enforcement, security, disaster relief, human geography, disaster preparedness, and first response. Our team is interested in both traditional and non-traditional backgrounds and multidisciplinary points-of-view. You will: Lead programs and teams, and be part of a highly collaborative leadership team Lead collaborations with geospatial imagery analysts to understand and automate workflows and improve human processes to advance the discovery and modeling of associations, trends, patterns and system dynamics Lead the creation of processes and algorithms to transform traditional GEOINT imagery and open source data into spatio-temporal information describing places, events, and activities Model the physics of remote sensing systems to associate real world objects to known signatures and doctrines Develop the ability to discover and capture information from geospatial imagery to better represent the most advanced understanding of world events, systems, and discrete entities Apply the scientific method across multiple disciplines to advance Image Science and Computer Vision and develop automated analytics through systematic experimentation Lead experiment-driven applied research and development Lead scientific research projects and develop geospatial algorithms while collaborating among diverse domains to further scientific understanding and analytic tools Grow career and capabilities, plan and conduct applied research, provide technical guidance and oversight, lead large research efforts, report results, foster trusted relationships with sponsors, and advise on new and evolving technology and techniques Engage in research efforts ranging from proof-of-concept through integrated production systems This position can be filled at multiple levels depending upon education and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelors' degree in an engineering or science discipline plus 14 years' related experience. Additional education and/or experience required for higher level positions. A Masters' degree is preferred. Required skills/knowledge include: Significant experience as a Principal Investigator on DoD/IC research programs, and demonstrated leadership capabilities Relevant experience in a field directly applicable or highly related to Image Science, Remote Sensing, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or Geospatial Sciences Ability to design image algorithms, perform analysis, and design or apply meaningful metrics to measure results, and teach/mentor others how to do so Adapt and learn new skills, to execute specific research projects, and to meet task deadlines and goals Experience in one or more of the following: Python, R, Java, C++, or Matlab Excellent communication skills, be dependable, responsive, curious, collaborative, and have high interpersonal skills Preferred skills/knowledge include: Experience working within DoD/IC Analysis or Operational environments is highly regarded Experience with Git, GUI development, open source scientific computation, computer vision, physics modeling, or machine learning tools is highly regarded An active TS/SCI Clearance is preferred 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. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 19+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES All positions at ARL require candidates topossess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $123,200.00 - $219,600.00.THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL Salary Structure - Additional information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. 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