- Robot type
- Marine and Space · Defense
- Location
- AustinTexasUSA
- Job type
- Hardware
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
Full-time
Senior Electrical Engineer – Maritime Acoustic Sensor Systems
Job description
This role focuses on the research, evaluation, and development of underwater acoustic sensing technologies - including sonar transducers, hydrophones, acoustic modems, and signal processing subsystems - supporting navigation, detection, and situational awareness capabilities for autonomous surface vessels.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in acoustic system design, integration, and testing within marine or defense environments, and a strong background in hardware evaluation, data analysis, and system trade studies. This position requires both analytical depth and hands-on experimentation in lab and at-sea environments.
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Job responsibilities
- Lead R&D initiatives in maritime acoustic sensing and underwater signal systems for autonomous vessel applications.
- Evaluate and benchmark acoustic sensors and subsystems (e.g., sonar arrays, hydrophones, acoustic modems, Doppler sensors) across commercial and defense-grade offerings.
- Design and execute experiments for acoustic performance testing, calibration, and environmental validation in laboratory and sea-trial conditions.
- Develop and analyze trade studies comparing acoustic hardware and architectures to inform system selection, performance optimization, and integration paths.
- Design and document system architectures for acoustic data acquisition, amplification, filtering, and digital conversion.
- Collaborate with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to integrate acoustic systems into vessel control and perception frameworks.
- Develop and validate signal conditioning and analog front-end circuitry for low-noise, high-fidelity acoustic measurements.
- Author detailed R&D documentation, including test reports, design specifications, and performance assessments.
Job requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, or related discipline.
- 7+ years of experience in acoustic system design, integration, or testing - preferably in commercial marine, defense, or undersea applications.
- Expertise with underwater acoustics, including sonar, hydrophones, and acoustic communication systems.
- Experience in hardware benchmarking, R&D testing, and performance analysis of acoustic sensors and electronics.
- Strong understanding of signal processing concepts, analog front-end design, and data acquisition systems.
- Familiarity with marine environmental factors affecting acoustic propagation (temperature, salinity, depth, and noise).
- Proficiency in schematic design and documentation tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks Electrical).
- Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, data loggers, acoustic test equipment).