Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate; RESA IV
Listed on 2026-09-22
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Manufacturing / Production
Systems Engineer
Job Posting
Title:
Naval Special Warfare Development and Training Associate (RESA IV)
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
PurposeParticipate in the planning, fielding, development, support and maintenance of sonar systems to include the development, documentation and execution of in-lab and at-sea testing procedures.
Responsibilities- Work as a member of a development team and oversee the planning, execution and support for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) mobility systems and associated high resolution sonar systems. 35%
- Testing and troubleshooting of NSW HF SONAR electromechanical assemblies, system software, and system acoustic functions. 25%
- Coordinate with company engineers to develop, document and execute in-lab and at-sea testing procedures, update engineering drawings when needed, and help oversee the assembly of deliverables. 40%
- Other related functions as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field.
- Six or more years of experience in the development and or assembly of electronic systems, understanding of hyperbaric vessels, and operations for testing.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, 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 and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of stakeholders..
Ability 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- Advanced degree degree in scientific, engineering, or technical field
- Twelve or more years of experience in the development and operations of Sonar Systems. Demonstrated ability to support and work with Navy sailors.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Equipment:
Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Manual/Battery Operated Hand Tools, 3D Printing, CNC - Software:
Word, Excel, Power Point, Solid Works, Orcad, Acrobat, PuTTY or Equivalent - OS:
Linux (Red Hat, Ubuntu, Windows 11, Moba Xterm)
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.
Benefits- 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
- Retirement contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
$82,000-$98,000+/negotiable depending on qualfiications.
Working Conditions- Standard office conditions
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Use of manual dexterity
- Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
- Possible interstate/intrastate travel
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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 EligibilityThe 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 ChecksA criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all…
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