Sr Acoustics Systems Production Development Engineer at The Computer Merchant, LTD.

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 U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

• 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.

• 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.