Entry Level Engineer - Acoustics

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Electric Boat in Groton, CT, is seeking an engineer focused on Ship Signatures Systems and Components to design acoustic systems for propulsion and non-propulsion plant components. You will develop acoustic calculations and specifications, review vendor submissions, and participate in noise testing across multiple facilities.

The role requires a BS degree in a relevant field by December 2027, 0–5 years of post-graduate experience, and the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in one of the specified engineering fields by December 2027.
• 0–5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design acoustic systems for propulsion and non-propulsion plant components.
• Develop acoustic calculations and specification requirements.
• Review component vendor design submittals and conduct or participate in noise testing.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to communicate noise requirements and ensure ship requirements are satisfied.
• Conduct noise tests at Electric Boat facilities, vendor facilities, and government laboratories.

Skills

Communication skills

SECRET clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Electrical engineering

Job description

Ship Signatures Systems and Components engineers are responsible for the acoustic design of the propulsion plant and non-propulsion plant systems and components. This includes the design of systems and components to identify and incorporate noise control features to ensure the overall ship requirements are satisfied. The engineers in these groups work closely with both internal Electric Boat component and systems departments and the external component vendors. Collaboration between the Ship Signatures Systems and Components engineers and other Electric Boat disciplines in Design-Build-Sustain teams is a common job responsibility. The ability to effectively communicate the noise requirements to these other organizations is a critical skill. Job assignments include developing acoustic calculations, developing specification requirements, reviewing component vendor design submittals, and conducting or participating in component noise testing. Noise testing is performed at Electric Boat facilities, vendor facilities and government laboratories in support of ship construction.

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Electrical engineering by December of 2027
• 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance

Preferred:

• An active SECRET clearance
• Experience or interest in fluid systems engineering, structural engineering, signal processing, testing and data acquisition and technical report writing
• Course work or experience in acoustics, vibrations, or dynamics
• Familiarity with machinery and system noise sources and mitigation techniques

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are necessary for success as a ship signatures engineer. Developing productive relationships with internal and external customers is key, which may include collaborating engineering organizations, construction staff, government contractors and the Navy customer. Strong organizational skills to ensure project schedules and deadlines are met. Ability to utilize commercial and in house built software tools to perform calculations and write reports.