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Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

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Basic Purpose of Position:

Works independently to solve a wide range of complex problems in underwater acoustics. Provides extensive knowledge in field of specialization and working knowledge of other fields. Capable of clearly defining appropriate technical approaches and solutions to most Sparton critical challenges. Able to define critical project criteria to ensure project completion. Uses creativity to resolve complex issues. Has demonstrated leadership skills and a working knowledge of business and customer requirements. Demonstrates exceptional communications skills. Responsibilities and Tasks Design Design underwater hydrophones and/or active and passive transducers utilizing cylindrical ceramics, flexural disks, cantilever beams, and geophones. Support designs with analysis, simulations and calculations including space, MATLAB and FEA (COMSOL or equivalent). Prepare drawings/documentation for work as required for engineering and manufacturing of products. Assist with design modification of acoustic subsystems and systems for development. Evaluate materials and systems with respect to chemical safety and acoustic performance. Lead the design for manufacturing of the transducers, both in low-rate and high-rate production environments. Design Design underwater hydrophones and/or active and passive transducers utilizing cylindrical ceramics, flexural disks, cantilever beams, and geophones. Support designs with analysis, simulations and calculations including space, MATLAB and FEA (COMSOL or equivalent). Prepare drawings/documentation for work as required for engineering and manufacturing of products Assist with design modification of acoustic subsystems and systems for development. Evaluate materials and systems with respect to chemical safety and acoustic performance. Lead the design for manufacturing of the transducers, both in low-rate and high-rate production environments. Build Design, model, simulate, build and test complex acoustic transducers. Realize transducer designs by building or directing the build of prototype units for testing, verification and qualification Resolve product process and system issues; provide recommendation for enhancements and cost reductions; initiate Engineering Change Notices; and formulate cost impacts. Test & Integration Conduct or direct complex in-house and remote tests such as TVR, TPR and beam patterns. Develop test plans, procedures and reports for testing events at government facilities. Apply risk, failure analysis, and root cause analysis as required within the engineering discipline. Procedural Act as individual contributor in multi-disciplinary team designing transducers and other acoustic devices. May act as project lead including organizing, execution, and coordinating technical assignments Keep accurate and complete records of engineering activities. Provide training and/or direction to other engineers, technicians or manufacturing operators. Provide input to bid and proposal activities. Interact with customers during government testing and in-house demos. Travel and participation in product field tests. Use Sparton policies and procedures to complete work assignments. Safety Ensure that all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State, Provincial and Company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, utilize proper personal protective equipment. Education, Experience & License or Certification

MSEE/BSME/MSAE/BSPHYS

; PhD preferred in acoustics/sonar/ultrasonic related field. A minimum of ten years related experience or equivalent education. Knowledge/skills must include strong education, theoretical background and experience with applied hands-on implementation expertise in electronic design, simulation, modeling, analysis, and test. Skills and Abilities US Citizenship is required Experience designing the acoustic architecture of complex underwater systems Design, fabrication and testing and qualification experience with military underwater sonar applications Design experience with underwater hydrophones and/or active and passive transducers utilizing cylindrical ceramics, flexural disks, cantilever beams, and geophones Finite element modeling/analysis experience with COMSOL, ANSYS and/or OnScale (PzFlex) required Experience with simulation and computational programs (e.g. MatLab, Python). Must be familiar with piezoelectric materials and associated applications Experience with transducer potting materials such as epoxies and urethanes Hands-on experience with development, building and testing of acoustic transducer assemblies and systems. Plusses include shock and vibration testing, designing for shock and vibration, experience with flow noise. Ability to draw solutions from both formal training and experience and use original thinking and ingenuity. Experience in generating design documentation, and technical reports. Ability to write proposals and provide proof-of-concept testing for business development. Proficiency in using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Must show high initiative, be self-motivated, and have ability to act independently on technical matters. Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense security secret clearance, a plus is already having it. Travel/Physical Requirements Minimal Travel Requirement The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs. Benefits Highlights Healthcare Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage. Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections. Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes. Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available. On-site wellness clinic. Paid Benefits Competitive compensation. 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8%, plus a 1% company contribution. Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick). Paid parental leave. Adoption assistance. Fertility and family building assistance. Additional Benefits. Flexible work schedules available based on position: 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off 4/10s, Monday through Thursday 3/12s, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Lifestyle spending account. Perks at work. Generous employee referral program. Tuition reimbursement.

Voluntary benefits available:

longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet insurance, and many more options. Voluntary Tricare supplement available for military retirees. Prescription safety eyewear program. These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Disclaimer This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. AI Translation Assistant Opens in new window