The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University Employee Directory
Defense and Space ManufacturingPennsylvania, United States501-1000 Employees
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is a research organization embedded within Penn State, focused on defense and space manufacturing. It supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through education, scientific discovery, technology demonstration, and the transition of research into practical applications. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center, ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering aligned with national priorities, while remaining independent of commercial industry competition. Based in State College, Pennsylvania, the laboratory operates as a sizable entity within a major research university, serving government and national priorities as its primary focus. Its work sits at the intersection of government research needs and the defense and space manufacturing sector, emphasizing long-term, mission-oriented projects.