Job Posting Title: Acoustics Signal Processing Analyst ---- Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ---- Job Details: Purpose The Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL) is a leader in the development of advanced signal processing and analysis techniques of sonar data, and works directly w/ US Navy personnel to provide mission critical tools. ESL analysts explore fundamental questions related to characterization of phenomenology that govern underwater acoustics, identification of novel mathematical and computational signal processing algorithms, and M&S of sonar array performance in complex environments. Responsibilities Implement research grade software and analysis tools including tools specific to: environment and SONAR sensor modeling, signal processing, acoustic analysis tools, and data display. Process and analyze acoustic data, array data, propagation data. Apply research grade software to evaluate data. Interpret results. Process and analyze acoustic data, array data, propagation data. Validate environmental and acoustic models by comparing model outputs with processed data. Interpret results. Preparation and review of analysis presentations and reports. Presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings (includes travel). Support collaborative research efforts with other team members. Develop analysis plans. Assist in proposing and pursuing new work. Other related functions as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related discipline. Experience developing, testing, version control and documentation of scientific programs in Matlab or similar programming language. Interest in signal processing algorithm design and development. Interest in acoustic data processing and analysis, and SONAR system design and evaluation. The position requires attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to use time effectively in order to meet deadlines. 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 Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline. Three or more years of work experience working with acoustic data or signal processing. Immediate eligibility for access to classified information. Demonstrated experience developing research-grade tools in Matlab, Python, C++, and/or Java. Demonstrated experience applying software engineering principles of modularity, maintainability, testability, usability, etc. in software design and development. Background or experience performing signal processing techniques, physics-based modeling and simulation, and analysis with scientific computing languages and tools. Background/experience in acoustic propagation modeling, geo-acoustic inversion techniques, or SONAR system analysis. Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments. Experience summarizing analysis results in technical reports and PowerPoint presentations and presenting research results. Proven ability to work independently, formulate research plans, and take initiative. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills. Cumulative GPA of 3.0. 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. Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories. UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: · 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage · Retirement contributions · Paid vacation and sick time · Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered. Salary Range $88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications Working Conditions Standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Some weekend, evening and holiday work Interstate/intrastate 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 Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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