$69,811- $95,873 (plus super)
Edinburgh – SA
The Role
The Undersea Environment and Systems Exploitation (UESE) Science and Technology Capability (STC) is seeking two S&T3-4 Researchers to undertake research activities in support of the UESE work program. Research will be in the context of exploiting ocean environmental information to assess and optimise performance of undersea sensor systems, particularly sonar.
The S&T3/4 Researcher will:
- Undertake research, modelling and analysis in their primary technical area to support Defence undersea warfare capability and acquisitions;
- Evaluate and select appropriate and effective techniques and methods to progress and achieve scientific outcomes;
- Develop a deep understanding of the undersea environmental effects that impact sonar performance;
- Deliver high quality scientific reporting including briefs, publications and presentations;
- Engage with the military and scientific communities to understand, develop, and deliver analysis that meets client needs;
- Grow and maintain professional scientific standards and currency in the Science & Technology disciplines related to their primary technical area; and
- Work effectively as an individual and in a small team, and work collaboratively to apply their knowledge to cross-disciplinary programs of work.
Positions are available in two areas:
Undersea Warfare Sonar Systems Modelling:
The Undersea Warfare Sonar Systems Modelling Researcher will contribute to a work program conducting numerical modelling and research to assess and improve the performance of conventional and advanced sonar systems used by Defence in Undersea Warfare operations. You will work, with guidance (S&T3-4 below) or under limited direction (S&T3-4 above), as part of an inclusive team that develops and uses physics-based models to assess military sonar system performance in complex and changing ocean environmental conditions, with emphasis on exploiting knowledge of the environment to optimise the employment and performance of these systems. You will explore analysis techniques and data representations for translating these results into military relevance and impact.
Ocean Acoustic Modelling and Measurements:
The Ocean Acoustic Modelling and Measurements Researcher will contribute to a work program in ocean acoustic modelling and measurements for Defence applications. You will work, with guidance (S&T3-4 below) or under limited direction (S&T3-4 above), as part of an inclusive team delivering scientific outcomes in ocean acoustics. A key focus of your research will initially be on seafloor acoustics/geoacoustics but you will also contribute to broader topics such as underwater sound propagation and scattering, characterisation of the undersea noise environment in the context of undersea warfare, ocean acoustics measurements, and specification of environmental inputs for sonar system performance prediction.
About our Team
The Sonar Technology and Systems MSTC of Maritime Division works closely with Defence to provide support to in-service and future sonar systems and conducts world leading research and development of undersea sensors, sonar system processing and displays, and capability analysis for Undersea Warfare operations in the challenging ocean environment.
The Undersea Environment and System Exploitation STC resides within the Sonar Technology and Systems MSTC. As a member of this STC, you will collaborate with a team of motivated engineers, scientists and mathematicians whose mission is to increase capability through improved employment of sensors, awareness of platform signature effects, and exploitation of ocean environmental knowledge for operational advantage.
Our Ideal Candidate
We seek candidates who are passionate about delivering scientific outcomes in support of acoustic applications to undersea warfare. You will be highly motivated and have a proven ability to work under general (S&T3-4 below) or limited (S&T3-4 above) direction to solve scientific problems, drawing upon new and existing knowledge and techniques to develop and exploit science and technology capability.
You will have knowledge and experience relevant to the role/s. You will have a desire and capability to develop your subject matter expertise within your primary area, and to develop your knowledge of, and contribute to, the work of related disciplines.
You will have demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills, motivation, initiative, critical thinking, and attention to detail. You will have an understanding of methods for building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities.
You will have strong oral and written communication skills and a proven ability to work well within a small team environment. You will be committed to ongoing self-improvement and professional development.
Application Closing Date: 17 June 2022
For further information please review the job information pack, reference the following link: https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=F47BADBD-D69C-CCBA-9E5D-C88F63510E9D
Print