Acoustics Trial Director

About the role

MANTECH, a defense contractor since 1968, is seeking an onsite Acoustics Trial Director in Norfolk, VA (requisition R71722) to support the U.S. Navy's engineering services. The role covers the design, development and implementation of electrical systems for acoustics applications. The position requires a current or active Secret security clearance and is full time.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct acquisition and analysis of at-sea acoustic evaluations.
• Lead a team to complete analysis and reporting of at-sea results and recommendations.
• Ensure data quality in real time and use professional judgment as evaluation objectives change.
• Prepare written technical reports identifying emergent issues and work with team members to present remediation recommendations.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Engineering or Physics.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with navigation and/or piloting safety working with U.S. Uniformed Services ships.
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience with both submarine and surface ship acoustics.
• Preferred: experience with acoustic measurement systems, in-water measurement arrays, hardware interfacing and software development.
• Preferred: project management experience for system development and integration, and coordination of U.S. Navy ship operations with a test and evaluation program.
• Physical ability to stay stationary 50% of the time, communicate frequently, work in confined spaces and lift up to 50 pounds.

What we offer

• Projected compensation of $89,100 to $148,200, depending on contract wage determination, experience, location and other factors.
• Benefits that may include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, disability coverage, retirement and savings plans, learning and development and wellness programs.