Penn State University
Posted 178 days agoVerified live 2d ago
Simulation Software Engineer
Brief overview
Penn State University ParkIn-person
UndergradOr in progress
$77k–$130k/yrStated range
Cap-exemptNo H-1B lottery
482 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
74 green cardsCertified filings
Clearance requiredU.S. government
C/C++PythonFortranAdaMATLABSimulinkLinuxVersion control software such as GitAgile/SCRUMCommunication skillsOrganizational skills
About the company
Penn State Universitypsu.edu
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Visa sponsorship history
4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026Cap-exempt
Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.482H-1B approved
98%approval rate
220new H-1B hires
74PERM certified
$71,532median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
2023148
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2025168
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202452
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202322
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Job description
Summary
The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Simulation Software Engineer to join their Simulation Software Department at the Applied Research Laboratory. The role involves software development activities supporting undersea system simulations for various Department of Defense applications, including analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of software associated with undersea systems modeling and simulation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, design, implement, and maintain software associated with undersea systems modeling and simulation, including interfaces used to execute simulations by other applications
- Integrate and analyze vehicle software, including guidance and control, signal processing, and vehicle controllers into larger digital simulations
- Design, set up, and execute software tests for simulation verification and validation, including identification of appropriate metrics
- Document algorithms, code designs, and software tests in accordance with modern software development practices
- Perform Simulation Software Engineering tasks of a large scope or lead specific tasks within the project scope
- May mentor and/or train lower-level employees and students in the department
Skills
- A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline
- One or more of C/C++, Python, Fortran, Ada, MATLAB, and Simulink
- Linux
- Ability to engage in constructive debate, expressing ideas clearly and actively listening to diverse viewpoints in a small team environment to meet challenging design and program objectives
- A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science
- Version control software such as Git
- Developing software using modern practices in an Agile/SCRUM environment
- Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
- 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
Qualifications
Must Haves
- A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline
- One or more of C/C++, Python, Fortran, Ada, MATLAB, and Simulink
- Linux
- Ability to engage in constructive debate, expressing ideas clearly and actively listening to diverse viewpoints in a small team environment to meet challenging design and program objectives
Nice to Haves
- A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science
- Version control software such as Git
- Developing software using modern practices in an Agile/SCRUM environment
- Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
- 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
- Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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