act as a SME and mentor to more junior colleagues
execute acoustic analysis on large rotating assemblies, including: Structure Borne Noise, Airborne Noise, Narrow Band and Octave Analysis, Transmission Paths, Mitigation Methods
utilize modeling tools including: empirical methods, Finite Element, Boundary Element Method, Statistical Energy Analysis
breakdown complicated technical challenges and find innovative solutions
document and communicate technical and programmatic information
represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy
review, analyze, and status project milestones and provide accurate estimates to complete projects or analyses

Bachelor of Science degree from a 4-year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering or other suitable degree
a minimum of 5 years of experience in evaluating acoustic performance of turbo machinery assemblies, large rotating machinery assemblies (e.g., motors and or generators) or similar components
Expert-level ability to perform Finite Element and Statistical Energy Analyses
Experience in execution of acoustic testing and model validation, including sound intensity, modal analysis, and data acquisition with instrumentation such as accelerometers, microphones, and strain gauges.
Prior hands-on experience to be able to evaluate model and physical test data to recognize good vs bad data, forced vs. resonant behavior, background vs. operational noise, etc.
Experience in the analysis of acoustic sources generated by flow-induced compressible fluids including preceding elements
Expert experience with the MATLAB for data analysis and modeling and/or programming to create application specific analysis tools
US citizenship and ability to pass screening for a security clearance.

comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
community service hours

Senior Acoustic Engineer

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