Job Description:

Research and development of real-time processing software applications for sonar and underwater acoustics including algorithm design, implementation, verification, and performance analysis.

NOTE: IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ON THE EXTERNAL WEBSITE: Click on the green “Apply Externally” button.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, test and verify real-time software for sonar applications.
• Build test, and install software for tactical sonar systems in a real acoustic environment at the Lake Travis Test Station and offsite contractor locations.
• Integration of software components with tactical sonar systems.
• Document and present work performed.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics. Demonstrated ability using objected oriented programming languages. Strong analytical and problem solving background. Must have a thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures, and algorithm performance analysis. Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems and basic administration. Evidence of skills in the following areas: working with new technologies, being highly organized, planning and coordinating multiple tasks, effective time management, attention to detail, effective problem solving skills, using excellent judgment, working independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintaining a professional demeanor, working as a team member without daily supervision, effectively communicating with diverse groups of clients, working under pressure, accepting supervision and demonstrating regular/punctual attendance.

US Citizen: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years experience with C/C++ programming and with scripting languages such as bash or python. Experience developing scientific software applications. Experience with open-source build tools and revision control in the Unix/Linux environment. Familiarity with computer network design and configurations using TCP/IP over Ethernet. Experience installing Linux operating systems and basic network configuration. GUI design experience. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.

General Notes:

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark “yes” on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Salary Range:

$69,500 – $80,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions:

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work..
• Possible intrastate/interstate travel.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial college transcripts.

NOTE: IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ON THE EXTERNAL WEBSITE: Click on the green “Apply Externally” button.