Sr Acoustics Systems Production Development Engineer Pittsburgh PA$145,000-165,000 + Sign On Bonus + Full Benefits + Paid Relocation
Flexible work from home days
Work onsite full time or work a flex schedule with more than 50% onsite.
As an Sr Acoustics Systems Production Development Engineer (Sr Adv Sys Eng) you will be a member of a cross functional team responsible for the design and development acoustic systems and directly contribute to the technical and production success of our programs through hands-on technical contributions, leadership and management of an engineering team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
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.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS : Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire, and must be obtainable within a reasonable period of time as determined by the program.
Applicants selected will be subject to a . Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, . citizenship is required.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- The ideal candidate will have experience in the entire life cycle of acoustic element and system design, including :
- Generating new sensor designs
- Specifying ceramics and production of shapes
- Development and test of individual sensors (such as Tonpilz) and systems with multiple sensors
- Formal acoustic testing and data analysis
- 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.