Sr Acoustics Engineer

Sr Acoustics EngineerStrivector Corp is a National Staffing and Recruiting agency established in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. We are a preferred partner for several Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Strivector has been consistently rated a rare 4.6/5 on Google, Indeed and Glassdoor by our candidates, customers, employees and contractors. Elevate your professional journey with us. Strivector's premier client (a well-known market leader in their space) is hiring for the following full-time direct hire position.Position OverviewAs a Sr Acoustics Engineer your roles and responsibilities will include:Lead cross-functional teams to develop and produce sonar transducer/array systems.Support all phases of transducer/array system proposals, research, development, manufacture, test, and documentation.Research and Development: Conducting experiments to understand the composition and structure of materials used in underwater acoustics.Synthesis of Materials: Creating new materials or improving existing ones by altering their chemical, physical, or mechanical properties.Proposals: Lead preparation of multidisciplinary proposals regarding development of sonar transducer/array systems.Manufacturing: Performs technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced acoustics systems.Testing and Analysis: Evaluating material properties through various tests, such as stress tests, and analyzing the results.Data Interpretation: Interpreting data from experiments and tests to draw conclusions and make recommendations.Problem Solving: Addressing issues related to materials performance, array/element housings, and producibility, and finding solutions to improve them.Collaboration: Working with engineers and other scientists on the development of materials for specific applications.Quality Control: Ensuring that supply chain components and transducer/array systems meet required specifications and standards.Project Management: Leading or participating in projects, managing timelines, resources, and budgets.QualificationsMost importantly, you need to be a passionate Sr Acoustics Engineer who enjoys his work and is considered to be one of the best within your organization. The ideal Sr Acoustics Engineer would be someone with deep experience in many (if not all) of the following:The ideal candidate will have experience in the entire life cycle of acoustic element and system design, including:Generating new sensor designsSpecifying ceramics and production of shapesDevelopment and test of individual sensors (such as Tonsils) and systems with multiple sensorsFormal acoustic testing and data analysisConstruction in a full rate production processExpert knowledge in modeling electroacoustic transducers/arrays using analytical and numerical methods; integrating sonar transducer/arrays with relevant transmit/receive electronics; conducting experiments in the laboratory facilities and at-sea.Extensive experience creating technical content for the development of new products, ideas, or other business development pursuits.Detailed knowledge of technology trends with Research & Development (R&D) experience.Exceptional collaboration and communication skills with demonstrated success leading design teams for complex projects.Team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.Motivated to drive innovation in design architectures, assembly, component selection, and electronics design.Experienced in technical project and program management.Effectively communicates technical and programmatic matters to senior level management, program offices, and internal/external stakeholders.Experience in analysis of complex acoustic and/or vibration applications and installations on submarines and other undersea vehicles.Has respect of peers and colleagues for technical and management credibility.We understand that even if you are a seasoned Sr Acoustics Engineer you may not have all the skills listed here.Compensation: Based on Experience. One of the best in the industryMinimum Education: Bachelor's DegreeMinimum Experience: Life cycle of acoustic element and system designType of position: Full-time Permanent position with benefitsLocation: Canonsburg, PARelocation accepted: YesRemote / Hybrid: No