Associate Engineer – Computational – Maritime Systems (REQ 318)

Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is seeking a highly motivated Engineer to contribute to the success of our Maritime Systems Division. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in mathematics, data science, computer science or statistics with an existing security clearance and 0-5 years of experience.

Successful applicants will support the computational analysis of a cutting-edge acoustic system through development and production. In this role, a successful candidate will engage in the development and management of an oceanographic database. Additionally, this role will contribute to the analysis of large oceanographic data sets to inform important design decisions and improve overall system performance by employing statistical and mathematical principles. This position provides opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

APS works on exciting, technically challenging, research & development programs where multidisciplinary teams work closely to address difficult national security needs. At APS you will work in a small company environment where technical and administrative excellence are rewarded and an entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged. This position will allow applicants to make meaningful contributions to the APS mission.

Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Support development and management of ocean-acoustic databases
• Support software engineering and data analysis
• Support computational analysis for a number of ongoing and future programs pertaining to areas of innovative maritime systems.
• Use relevant database software to effectively organize and produce technically accurate reports.
• Analyze acoustic data sets to derive qualitative and quantitative technical measurements from recorded acoustic data
• Attend and participate in data reviews and analyst exchanges as required
• Collect, maintain and verify data in accordance with plans developed by others, including data from diverse sources
• Apply standard research methodologies to gather, process, and analyze data
  
  

Required Skills And Attributes

• Possess strong analytic and quantitative problem-solving skills
• Possess a demonstrated ability to deliver work on a timeline
• Possess a demonstrated ability to work both independently and in teams
• Extreme organization and attention to detail with an ability to proactively organize and manage tasks
• A solid foundation in MATLAB and SQL
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interaction skills with project managers, IPT leads, and customers.
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance
  
  

Preferred Skills And Attributes

• Strong understanding of the defense industry, particularly undersea or maritime technology
• Experience in one or more of the following: C or Python
• Active security clearance
  
  

APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of the General Dynamics Corporation, offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and comfortable working conditions. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at www.aphysci.com , fax them to 860-495-1744, Attn: Human Resources, or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.

EOE: Vet/Disability