Sensing and Communications Scientist

Sensing and Communications Scientist

Sensing and Communications Scientist opportunity in Groton, CT, with a confidential employer offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge undersea acoustic systems. This role is ideal for a highly motivated scientist with a passion for national security research and development.

Role Snapshot

Company Confidential Employer Location Groton, Connecticut, USA Industry Defense Compensation DOE

Employment Type

Full Time/Direct Hire Remote Status No Remote Total Openings 1

Opportunity

Step into a role where your expertise in sensing and communications will directly support national security. This Groton, CT-based position invites you to solve some of the most demanding underwater challenges while working on multidisciplinary research and development teams.

You will contribute to the full lifecycle of undersea acoustic systems—from early-stage analysis to at-sea experiments. The work involves designing custom electronics, developing signal processing algorithms, and integrating autonomous systems for Navy applications. Every project requires rigorous physics and mathematics, and your contributions will help shape the future of maritime defense.

The ideal candidate brings a Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering or science field, along with a track record of partnering with senior technical staff to deliver innovative solutions. You have hands-on experience with acoustic communication systems, digital and analog circuits, and you communicate complex ideas clearly to both project managers and customers. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can lead technical tasks, this role is for you.

This is a direct-hire, full-time opportunity with a confidential employer that invests in cutting-edge R&D. While compensation is disclosed upon interview, the chance to work on impactful national security programs is the real reward. Explore the possibility of relocating to the Connecticut shoreline and become part of a team that values your expertise. Take the next step and apply today.

• A Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline is required
• You must have experience supporting senior technical staff to develop innovative technology solutions that meet customer needs
• You must be able to technically contribute to and lead a variety of complex technical tasks at a detailed level
• Excellent communication and interaction skills with project managers, IPT leads, and customers are essential
• You must have experience with the design or use of acoustic communication systems
• A working knowledge of digital and analog circuits is required
• You must possess a rigorous understanding and application of fundamental physics and mathematics principles

• You will work on exciting, technically challenging research and development programs that directly support national security
• You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of subject matter experts across the organization
• You will have the opportunity to lead project teams and make meaningful contributions to critical objectives
• You will participate in all stages of the R&D process, from first principles to real-world prototype testing
• The role offers flexibility to work from either the Groton or Pawcatuck, CT locations
• You will gain exposure to cutting-edge undersea technology, including acoustics, electronics design, and autonomous systems

• Support the design and development of complex undersea acoustic systems to meet rigorous national security requirements
• Contribute to the execution of ongoing and future programs in innovative maritime systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex system design challenges while satisfying strict design criteria
• Assist in the design and execution of at-sea experiments to test and validate integrated systems
• Participate in all phases of research and development, from first-principle analysis through to prototyping and testing of integrated systems

• Experience successfully managing multiple multidisciplinary…