Research and Development Engineer - Mechanical
Quick Summary
Plan and perform technical tasks of a larger scope and lead teams within the project scope Manage projects of moderate size and scope; plan, schedule, conduct,
Plan and perform technical tasks of a larger scope and lead teams within the
Analyze requirements, identify problems, and develop innovative solution concepts
Design structures, mechanisms, actuation systems, and bearing systems
Work with the design and drafting department to create and approve drawings
Develop assembly and test procedures
Work with technicians to perform assembly and testing of systems and subsystems
Support field testing
Responsibilities
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Plan and perform technical tasks of a larger scope and lead teams within the project scope
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Manage projects of moderate size and scope; plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of the work
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Mentor junior engineers in the development of technical and project skills
Design of complex machined components and subsystems
3D CAD design and engineering drawing development
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T ANSI Y14.5)
Proficiency in completing free body diagrams; using hand calculations to calculate forces and resultant stresses on structures
Packaging of complex electromechanical assemblies
Development of test plans and procedures
Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Nice to Have
~1 min readBachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Siemens NX 3D modeling
Structural or thermal finite element analysis
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
Your working location will be fully on-site located in State College, PA. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.
ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.
Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
What We Offer
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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.
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.
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.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $121,704–$231,000 a year
- 159% above the $68,120 median for Other jobs on Jobera (125,697 salaries).
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- October 27, 2026
- Last seen
- October 27, 2026
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