Acoustic Modeling Analyst R14259
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Job Description:
Contribute to research and development tasks within ESL.
Job Details:
- Conduct Research and Development efforts to support the design and evaluation of sonar systems. Support collaborative research efforts with other team members.
- Model acoustic propagation, directional beam noise, and sonar system performance.
- Process and analyze acoustic data including beam noise and transmission loss. Characterize the underwater environment using archival or survey data including bathymetry, sediment type, bottom loss, and climatology.
- Provide at-sea support for shipboard data collection efforts.
- Implement research grade software and analysis tools to support the design and evaluation of sonar systems.
- Preparation and review of analysis presentations and reports. Presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings (may include travel).
- Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics or related discipline.
- Experience with one or more of the following: Acoustics; Modeling; Data Processing and Analysis; Signal Processing.
- Experience with developing software tools.
- The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to use time effectively in order to meet deadlines.
Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with diverse groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.
US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics or related discipline.
- Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
- At least one year of experience with one of more of the following: Sonar System Design and Evaluation; Underwater Acoustics; Modeling of Acoustic Propagation; Modeling Sonar System Performance; Analysis of Acoustic or Oceanographic data; Sonar Signal Processing; Geoacoustic Inversion Techniques.
- At least one year of experience with software design, programming, and analysis using Matlab or Python.
- Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments.
- Experience summarizing analysis results in technical reports and PowerPoint and presenting research results.
- Proven ability to work with minimal direction, formulate research plans, solve tough problems, and take initiative.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 of greater with a 3.5 or greater in major coursework.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.