Sr Acoustics Systems Production Development Engineer

Title : Sr Acoustics Systems Production Development Engineer

Location : Canonsburg, PA

Job-Type : FTE / Permanent

Duties and Tasks :

• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and produce sonar transducer / array systems.
• Support all phases of transducer / array system proposals, research, development, manufacture, test, and documentation.
• Research and Development : Conducting experiments to understand the composition and structure of materials used in underwater acoustics.
• Synthesis of Materials : Creating new materials or improving existing ones by altering their chemical, physical, or mechanical properties.
• Proposals : Lead preparation of multidisciplinary proposals regarding development of sonar transducer / array systems.
• Manufacturing : Performs technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced acoustics systems.
• Testing and Analysis : Evaluating material properties through various tests, such as stress tests, and analyzing the results.
• Data Interpretation : Interpreting data from experiments and tests to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Problem Solving : Addressing issues related to materials performance, array / element housings, and producibility, and finding solutions to improve them.
• Collaboration : Working with engineers and other scientists on the development of materials for specific applications.
• Quality Control : Ensuring that supply chain components and transducer / array systems meet required specifications and standards.
• Project Management : Leading or participating in projects, managing timelines, resources, and budgets.

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience;

or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Must have Acoustics or Sonar experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

The ideal candidate will have experience in the entire life cycle of acoustic element and system design, including :

o Generating new sensor designs

o Specifying ceramics and production of shapes

o Development and test of individual sensors (such as Tonpilz) and systems with multiple sensors

o Formal acoustic testing and data analysis

o Construction in a full rate production process

Expert knowledge in modeling electroacoustic transducers / arrays using analytical and numerical methods; integrating sonar transducer / arrays with relevant transmit / receive electronics;

conducting experiments in the laboratory facilities and at-sea.

• Extensive experience creating technical content for the development of new products, ideas, or other business development pursuits.
• Detailed knowledge of technology trends with Research & Development (R&D) experience.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills with demonstrated success leading design teams for complex projects.
• Team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
• Motivated to drive innovation in design architectures, assembly, component selection, and electronics design.
• Experienced in technical project and program management.
• Effectively communicates technical and programmatic matters to senior level management, program offices, and internal / external stakeholders.
• Experience in analysis of complex acoustic and / or vibration applications and installations on submarines and other undersea vehicles.
• Has respect of peers and colleagues for technical and management credibility.
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