Acoustics Trial Director

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Acoustics Trial Director to join our team in Norfolk, VA. This is an onsite position. This role supports the U.S. Navy’s efforts on a portfolio of engineering services, specializing in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for acoustics applications. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plan and conduct acquisition and analysis of at-sea acoustic evaluations Lead a team to completion of analysis and reporting of at-sea results and recommendations Ensure data quality in real time and use personal judgment to determine the best path forward as evaluations objectives change Write technical reports that identify emergent issues and work with team members to present recommendations for remediation Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Engineering or Physics Previous Officer of the Deck (OOD) underway or equivalent experience 3+ years of hands-on, demonstrated experience with navigation and/or piloting safety working with U.S. Uniformed Services ships Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of experience with both submarine and surface ship acoustics Understanding of acoustic measurement systems, in-water measurement arrays, the interfacing of hardware and the development of software Established track record of project management of system development and integration Demonstrated track-record of project management and successful task completion to include coordinating U.S. Navy ship operations with a test and evaluation program agenda Clearance Requirements: Must have an active/current Secret Security Clearance Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl. May have to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. Work in confined spaces and challenging environments, as required for submarine underway operations, maintenance and repair.