Acoustics Engineer

KMS Solutions, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurances

401k / retirement savings plan

Paid holidays and military leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

A technical management solutions company in Washington, DC seeks an Experienced Acoustics Engineer to provide support to the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program Office. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, along with at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include evaluating designs, reviewing technical submittals, and collaborating with military teams. The role requires a U.S. citizen with a current DoD Secret security clearance, and offers a competitive benefits package along with no telework options.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with active DoD Secret security clearance.
• 5 years of experience required.
• Active-duty submarine service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support PMS450 evaluation of proposed designs.
• Review and assess technical submittals.
• Lead program review sessions with the customer.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work in team

Excellent listening skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, math, physics, or technical discipline

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Company Overview

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being. KMS is a two‑time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work‑Life Flexibility.

Position Summary / Objective

As the Experienced Acoustics Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program Office (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy’s Team Submarine Program Offices SHAPM contract at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Essential Functions

• Support PMS450 evaluation of proposed designs and arrangements.
• Maintain expert‑level knowledge of ship specification sections and first‑tier references supporting interpretation of technical requirements and verification of program compliance.
• Review technical submittals, provide assessments of issues/recommendations (with inputs from appropriate stakeholders as needed), consolidate differing points of view and define available options and their associated pros and cons.
• Liaison with the Technical Warrant Holders (TWH) and NAVSEA 08 for the systems under their cognizance.
• Assist the Ship Design Managers (SDM), Deputy Ship Design Managers (DSDM), and Major Area Integration Teams (MAIT) in de‑conflicting differing technical viewpoints and program constraints.
• Co‑lead NAVSEA Ship’s Silencing Working Group, including conducting NRP audits and ship‑checks to validate ships as‑build configuration.
• Manage commitment updates/status.
• Identify technical issues that need resolution.
• Work with applicable Ship Integration Teams (SIT) to facilitate resolution of technical issues.
• Facilitate timely decisions and review and adjudication of all design products and written correspondence.
• Act as a liaison with other PMS450 team members and NAVSEA05 TWHs.
• Serve as a primary customer contact for all activities, regularly meeting with and updating the customer on project status.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the program manager, deputy program manager and/or technical lead.
• Lead program review sessions with the customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Provide acquisition management planning and execution support.
• Lead technical discussions for project reviews, including preparing and delivering formal briefings.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in any engineering, math, physics, technical or even music discipline.
• An Associate’s Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 years of experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in any engineering, math, physics, technical or even music discipline.
• Active‑duty experience in submarine service.
• Some experience with Navy acquisition and/or In‑Service Programs.
• Recent experience in Team Submarine.

Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance Requirements

A U.S. citizen with an active or current DoD Secret security clearance.

Other Duties

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full‑time status.

Telework

• No Telework Allowed. On site position at the Washington Navy Yard.

Travel

• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Benefits and Additional Compensation

KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. KMS Solutions is a drug‑free workplace.