Deputy Acoustic Scientist

Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: May 18, 2023

Job Description:

Description Job Description:Leidos' High Fidelity Simulation Business Area is responsible for architecting and implementing large-scale system of systems solutions in support of world class simulation, training, and analysis products for the US Navy. On this opportunity located at a US Government facility in Bethesda, MD, you will use state of the art technologies in developing sophisticated sonar tactical decision aids used by the Fleet. You will be part of a high-powered team performing vital work that makes a significant impact. The hallmark of Leidos is empowering employees who perform meaningful work with the ability to learn and apply new skills in support of the career they want to achieve.The candidate will implement interface code to acoustic models and databases used in Tactical Signature Guidance (TSG) systems, including sonar tactical decision aids (TDAs) across multiple code baselines. The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to understand and troubleshoot complex software systems plus a willingness to learn new programming languages.Primary Responsibilities:This individual will be responsible for understanding, managing, and integrating acoustic models and databases into state-of-the-art training and tactical decision aid systems for the United States Navy by being able to:

• Assist the Chief Scientist with the planning and integration of models and databases into tactical systemsBasic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in Mathematics, Physics, Acoustics, or a related field
  • Approximately eight years of experience in oceanographic or acoustic numerical model development, implementation, and/or data analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skills
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task, change gears quickly, and support emergency requests.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Must have IAT I or higher certification; or willingness to obtain certification upon being hired if development is required.Preferred Qualifications
    • Understanding of statistical analysis.
    • Understanding of physics, fluid mechanics.
    • Able to work in a team environment of 40+ personnel.External Referral EligiblePay Range:Pay Range $78,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $162,000.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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