Underwater Acoustics Engineer

Description

Lockheed Martin is a renowned leader in the defense technology industry, known for its commitment to innovation, mission success, and cutting‑edge solutions. We foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where employees are driven by a shared passion for excellence.

As an Acoustics Engineer, the candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the Undersea Warfare business area. The role involves applying underwater acoustic modeling techniques and algorithms—including signal processing, statistical inference, and propagation modeling—as well as participating in system integration and transducer analysis and design. The candidate must have an electrical or mechanical engineering background to support other tasks in the business area.

Joining Lockheed Martin means being part of a dynamic team. You’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to cutting‑edge technology solutions. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment where your skills and expertise are valued.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life:
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Physics or Acoustics Engineering with 3+ years of experience in underwater acoustics, or a Master's Degree in Acoustics Engineering.
• Understanding of wave theory and beamforming.
• Experience with signal processing and data analysis.
• Ability to resolve complex technical problems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB or similar analysis tools.

• Understanding of transducer design.
• Understanding of acoustic array design.
• Undergrad in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• LabVIEW experience.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US citizen for consideration.

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Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and may be considered for other career opportunities with similar skills and requirements. If a match is identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite full‑time. The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to employees. Schedules range from a standard 40‑hour week to condensed schedules that provide additional time away from the office and are in addition to paid time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

$85,500 – $150,765 annual base salary. For states not referenced above, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Salary is a general guideline;
Lockheed Martin considers scope and responsibilities, candidate’s experience, education, key skills, and market considerations when extending an offer.

$98,300 – $170,315 annual base salary. For states not referenced above, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Salary is a general guideline;
Lockheed Martin considers scope and responsibilities, candidate’s experience, education, key skills, and market considerations when extending an offer.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

Washington state applicants only:
Non‑represented full‑time employees accrue at least 10 hours per month of paid time off (PTO) for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full‑time employees accrue 6.67 hours of vacation per month; accrue up to…