Senior Sonar Signal/Image Processing and Algorithm Developer

Job Posting Title:

Senior Sonar Signal/Image Processing and Algorithm Developer

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

Engineering leadership role to design, coordinate and evaluate sonar related signal/image processing, and system design in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Responsibilities

• Engineering leadership role to coordinate, design, implement and evaluate sonar related signal processing, target tracking and classification projects. Includes supervision/evaluation of scientists/engineers and students.

• Prepares proposals and plans, schedules and oversees research projects.

• Reports and presents results to team, project directors and sponsors.

• Oversee analysis and validation of sonar data.

• Travel in support of projects, data collection and system evaluation efforts.

• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors in engineering, math, physics or other related discipline.

• Experience in one or more areas: signal/image processing, or underwater acoustics.

• Experience in programming such as Python or Matlab.

• Experience with computer systems.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and 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

• Experience in supervising research/engineering projects. 

• Experience with sonar/radar systems.

• Experience of statistical data analysis.

• Experience with collection of real-world data.

• Knowledge of Linux

• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

• 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

$104,000-$174,000+/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

• Possible 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