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Pennsylvania State University Engineering Project Manager in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are looking for highly motivated, proactive, self-starting Engineering Project Managers (EPM) to join the Communications and Signal Processing (CSP) team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. You will work in a growing area encompassing communications and signal processing disciplines.
You will
Work closely with the Program Managers, Portfolio Managers, and Principle Investigators to deliver timely reporting requirements driven by stakeholders and sponsors need.
Interface with internal systems used for fiscal accountability and budgetary generation
Assist in planning, budgeting, scheduling to include resource management, technical performance, and deliverables on current endeavors and proposals.
This job will be at multiple levels depending upon the successful candidate's education, and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level jobs.
Requirements include:
General experience with Microsoft applications
Proficiency with ProPricer, SAP S/4HANA, and Concur
PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or DAWIA equivalent
Good communication and writing skills
Active Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
TS/SCI Clearance
Proficient in Microsoft Project
Experience with Visio
Experience with Latex
FFRDC or UARC experience
Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$76,700.00 - $129,500.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/comp-modernization) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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