Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate (RESA IV)

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin on Pickle Research Campus seeks an Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate to participate in planning, development, support and maintenance of sonar systems for in-lab and at-sea testing.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a scientific/engineering field and 6+ years in development and/or assembly of electronic systems, with ability to work independently and as part of a team under security guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field required.
• Six or more years of experience in development/assembly of electronic systems, understanding of hyperbaric vessels and testing operations.
• 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 electromechanical assemblies, system software, and acoustic functions (25%).
• Coordinate with engineers to develop and document in-lab and at-sea testing procedures, update drawings, and oversee deliverables (40%).
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Project planning

Coordination

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field

Advanced degree in scientific, engineering, or 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

Job Details:

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.

Responsibil ities:

• 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 at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. The Clery Act ensures compliance across all institutions. The location in question is the UTA or Texas. Please