Graduate Acoustician

UK Ministry of Defence; Lower Stondon; Sur place; GBP 22 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UK Ministry of Defence is seeking a Graduate Acoustician to support and deliver occupational noise and WBV assessments for aircrew and groundcrew, and to produce MANC noise contours. You will provide acoustics expertise and assist in education by teaching MOD courses, while aiding equipment management and calibration.

Some travel within the UK and overseas may be required. The role requires a STEM-related degree, strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in

Qualifications

• A STEM-related degree or equivalent.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsabilités

• Perform occupational noise and WBV assessments for aircrew and groundcrew.
• Produce MANC noise contours and assess acoustic impacts.
• Provide acoustics expertise and education via teaching and presentations.
• Assist with equipment management, calibration and support.
• Occasional travel within the UK and abroad as required.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Formation

STEM-related degree

Description du poste

We're looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our close-knit team, supporting and delivering two key areas of work:

• Occupational Noise and Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) Assessments - You will be part of a survey team evaluating aircrew exposure during flight and groundcrew exposure during aircraft maintenance. This vital work focuses on identifying and mitigating risks related to Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL), tinnitus, and other hearing impairments.
• Military Aviation Noise Contour (MANC) Production - Using specialist software, you will map environmental noise contours and assess the acoustic impact of aviation activities on local communities. These projects ensure compliance with the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and support Environmental Impact Assessments and planning decisions.

Beyond these core responsibilities, you will provide expert advice on a range of acoustics topics (including building acoustics) and support education by teaching and presenting on MOD courses. The Graduate Acoustician also plays a key role in equipment management, calibration and support.

The position may occasionally require short periods away from home (up to three weeks, with return visits at weekends). While most travel will be within the UK, there may also be opportunities for overseas visits.

Person specification

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) related degree
• Demonstrate a keen interest in acoustics
• Possess strong scientific knowledge
• Exhibit excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate an ability to prioritise tasks
• Hold a full UK category B driver's licence as travel is required.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be organised, diligent, adaptable to a busy work environment, and able to collaborate seamlessly within a dynamic team. Previous experience in data analysis is desirable.