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Electrical Engineering Support Specialist

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Oct 08, 2025
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POSITION SPECIFICS Job Description The Electronic Fabrication and Test Systems Department at The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL), is seeking an Electrical Engineering Support Specialist to support multiple projects and a wide range of tasks supporting the undersea mission for our military sponsors. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You Will: Plan, supervise, perform, or provide input to the layout, fabrication, assembly, documentation, and testing of standard and non-standard electromechanical equipment Provide input to and perform design of electromechanical systems and interconnect products Evaluate, recommend and purchase materials and components to meet operation specifications and interact with vendors Install, calibrate, operate and/or maintain standard and non-standard equipment, experimental hardware, and/or computer systems in the Laboratory or in the field, assist with or assess and identifying system faults, repair/adjust standard and non-standard equipment Assist senior technical/engineering staff in gathering, compiling, and archiving test data in the Laboratory or off-site Work as part of a test project support team in the Laboratory or off-site Direct the work of and provide training to lower-level engineering support specialist staff members Additional responsibilities for higher level position: Perform assembly operations and fabrication of facility and test equipment Provide input to and perform design and layout of standard facility and test equipment as directed Inspect, test, and calibrate parts and equipment as directed Evaluate the selection of materials, and components based on operational and performance specifications Assess and identify system faults, and adjust and repair as directed Assist senior technical/engineering staff in gathering, compiling, and archiving test data in the laboratory or in the field May work as part of a test project support team, including selected task leadership roles, in the laboratory, or in the field May develop and provide documentation for task procedures and process evaluation Required skills/experience include: Electronics and/or electro-mechanics Operating electronic test equipment, and the ability to assemble, test, and troubleshoot electronic circuitry Microsoft Office, with the ability and willingness to perform basic computer tasks or learn computer programs Preferred skills/experience include: An active secret government security clearance This position is 100% on-site Located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This position will require periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing as part of a small team of researchers, engineers, and technologists. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Engineering Support Specialist - Senior Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Engineering Support Specialist - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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 $56,200.00 - $89,600.00.THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL Salary Structure - 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. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. 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. 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