Research Assistant - Human Factors in Submarine Sonar

Leidos; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Research Assistant to support NSMRL's human factors program in Groton, CT. The role involves assisting in experimental planning, data collection and analysis for both non-human and human subject studies, with duties spanning literature reviews, protocol development, and reporting.

A SECRET clearance and US citizenship are required. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and demonstrated undersea acoustics expertise, with strong data handling and technical communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field.
• Proficiency in undersea acoustics and submarine sonar system console operations, including acoustic analysis and tracking.
• Must obtain SECRET clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Interact with NSMRL Principal Scientist in planning, data collection, and analysis.
• Assist in human-subject and non-subject experimental planning and data analysis.
• Prepare literature searches, protocols, analyses, and briefing packages.
• Prepare and edit technical reports and communications; coordinate research team schedules.

Skills

Undersea acoustics

Submarine sonar operations

Data analysis

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM field

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Research Assistant to support NSMRL's human factors program in Groton, CT. The role involves assisting in experimental planning, data collection and analysis for both non-human and human subject studies, with duties spanning literature reviews, protocol development, and reporting.

A SECRET clearance and US citizenship are required. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and demonstrated undersea acoustics expertise, with strong data handling and technical communication