Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate (RESA IV)

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate to support sonar system development, testing, and documentation. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team on in-lab and at-sea procedures, with emphasis on planning, execution, and quality deliverables.

Requires a technical bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in electronic system development/assembly, with ability to manage multiple tasks and sensitive information in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field.
• Six or more years of experience in development and/or assembly of electronic systems.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution and support for NSW mobility systems and high resolution sonar systems (35%).
• Test and troubleshoot NSW HF sonar assemblies, system software, and acoustic functions (25%).
• Coordinate with engineers to develop and execute in-lab/at-sea tests, update drawings, and oversee deliverables (40%).

Skills

Electronic systems experience

Hyperbaric vessel knowledge

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering/technical field

Advanced degree in science/engineering/technical field

Job description

Job Posting Title: Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate (RESA IV)

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Purpose

Participate in the planning, fielding, development, support and maintenance of sonar systems to include the development, documentation and execution of in-lab and at-sea testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a development team and oversee the planning, execution and support for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) mobility systems and associated high resolution sonar systems. 35%
• Testing and troubleshooting of NSW HF SONAR electromechanical assemblies, system software, and system acoustic functions. 25%
• Coordinate with company engineers to develop, document and execute in-lab and at-sea testing procedures, update engineering drawings when needed, and help oversee the assembly of deliverables. 40%
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field.
• Six or more years of experience in the development and or assembly of electronic systems, understanding of hyperbaric vessels, and operations for testing.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills, and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of stakeholders.. Ability to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field
• Twelve or more years of experience in the development and operations of Sonar Systems. Demonstrated ability to support and work with Navy sailors.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Equipment: Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Manual/Battery Operated Hand Tools, 3D Printing, CNC
• Software: Word, Excel, Power Point, SolidWorks, Orcad, Acrobat, PuTTY or Equivalent
• OS: Linux (Red Hat, Ubuntu, Windows 11, MobaXterm)

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$82,000-$98,000+/negotiable depending on qualfiications.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.