Job Posting Title:\n \nAcoustics Analyst (Research Engineering/Scientist Associate III))\n\n ---\n \nHiring Department:\n \nApplied Research Laboratories\n\n ---\n \nPosition Open To:\n \nAll Applicants\n\n ---\n \nWeekly Scheduled Hours:\n \n40\n\n ---\n \nFLSA Status:\n \nExempt\n\n ---\n \nEarliest Start Date:\n \nImmediately\n\n ---\n \nPosition Duration:\n \nExpected to Continue\n\n ---\n \nLocation:\n \nPICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS\n\n ---\n \nJob Details:\n \nPurpose\n \nAnalyst support of sonar development programs in the Environmental Science Laboratory (ESL).\n \nResponsibilities\n\n Conduct acoustic reconstruction/analyses of Fleet exercises/operations to determine the effectiveness of active and passive sonar systems at sea using quantitative measures of effectiveness (MOEs) of operational importance to the Fleet.\n \n\n Active and passive sonar signal analysis supporting advanced research and development. Preparation and review of analysis presentations, reports and databases.\n \n\n Presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings.\n \n\n Coordinate and conduct at-sea experimental reconstruction activities, including acoustic signal analysis & performance improvement analyses in support of cross-functional system engineering and development teams within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory.\n \n\n Other related functions as assigned.\n \n\n \nRequired Qualifications\n\n Bachelor's degree.\n \n\n Four years of operational experience in the employment and expert analysis of U.S. Navy sonar systems.\n \n\n Demonstrated ability to reconstruct and analyze active and passive sonar data.\n \n\n Demonstrated ability to develop acoustic collection plans and deliver briefings to Senior U.S. Navy commands.\n \n\n Work as a team member, independently, with peers, clients, and management.\n \n\n Direct sponsor and peer contact.\n \n\n Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.\n \n\n \nUS Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.\n \nPreferred Qualifications\n\n More than 10 years of operational experience in the employment and expert analysis of U.S. Navy sonar systems above.\n \n\n Experience briefing and advising Command level Officers and senior civilian personnel.\n \n\n Extensive experience in U.S. Navy surface ship and submarine anti- submarine warfare (ASW) operations such as possession of U.S Navy ASW Specialist or Sonar Supervisor qualifications.\n \n\n Extensive experience with Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems (IUSS) sensors and operations such as possession of U.S. Navy IUSS Master Qualification.\n \n\n Qualification as U.S. Navy Master Training Specialist or equivalent experience.\n \n\n Knowledge and operational experience current and planned U.S. Navy sonar systems and Advanced Processor Build (APB) and Advanced Capability Build (ACB) sonar systems.\n \n\n Experience with MATLAB, Python or similar programming languages.\n \n\n \nGeneral Notes\n \nAn 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.\n \nPlease 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.\n \nVisit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.\n \nUT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: \n\n 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage \n Retirement contributions \n Paid vacation and sick time \n Paid holidays \n \nPlease visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.\n \nSalary Range\n \n$75,000-$83,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications\n \nWorking Conditions\n\n Standard office conditions\n \n\n Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation\n \n\n Use of manual dexterity\n \n\n Some weekend, evening and holiday work\n \n\n Possible interstate/intrastate travel\n \n\n \nRequired Materials\n\n Resume/CV\n \n\n 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor\n \n\n Letter of interest\n \n\n \nImportant 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.\n \nImportant 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.\n\n ---\n \nEmployment Eligibility:\n \nRegular 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.\n\n ---\n \nRetirement Plan Eligibility:\n \nThe 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.\n\n ---\n \nBackground Checks:\n \nA criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.\n\n ---\n \nEqual Opportunity Employer:\n \nThe 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.\n\n ---\n \nPay Transparency:\n \nThe 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. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.\n\n ---\n \nEmployment Eligibility Verification:\n \nIf hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.\n\n ---\n \nE-Verify:\n \nThe University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:\n\n E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]\n Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]\n Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]\n ---\n \nCompliance:\n \nEmployees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.\n \nThe Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.\n\n