Mathematical and Submarine Fleet Liaison Engineer

Overview

The Defense Health Operation of Leidos Health & Civil Sector is seeking a Mathematical and Fleet Liaison Engineer to support operations at the Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory (NSMRL) in Groton, CT. NSMRL conducts research on the effects of medical, psychological, and performance issues related to the health and performance of naval personnel in operational and non-operational settings.

• Provide services in support of the design, development, test, and evaluation of procedures, guidance, equipment, and systems to enhance human performance in submarine environments.

• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams conducting test and evaluation, developing and evaluating procedures for submarine escape and rescue, extending survival on a disabled submarine, submarine medicine, and researching thermal protection and regulation in cold and warm water.

• Provide aid with heat/humidity nomograms and modeling techniques to guide decisions on heat mitigation and initiation of escape.

• Participate in evaluating and consulting on research proposals, review protocols, and manuscripts for publication.

• Participate in briefings to sponsors, customers, and professionals as required.

• Participate in analysis and preparation of research projects requiring submarine expertise, as required.

• Interact with outside customers and researchers.

• Support subcontracted projects through execution.

• Conduct literature searches on identified topics relevant to current laboratory practices and protocols.

• Bachelor's degree in a field closely related to Naval Architecture, Engineering, or Math.

• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience.

• Significant experience in engineering, modeling, and operational knowledge of submarines and other enclosed spaces, disabled submarine scenarios, and submarine escape and rescue.

• Operational experience at the technical and leadership levels in engineering and/or submarine communities.

• Must be able to obtain at least a SECRET clearance; preference given to those who already hold this clearance.

• U.S. citizenship is required due to federal contract requirements.

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively both in writing and orally with a wide variety of people.

• Familiarity with HIPAA, PHI/PII compliance, etc. is highly desired.

• Computer literacy, Microsoft Office proficiency, and working knowledge of statistical software are preferred.

• Foundational and theoretical understanding of general scientific principles.

• Experience in a human subject research setting and familiarity with the US federal government system is highly desired.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.