Acoustic Signatures & Silencing SME

Apogee Global RMS • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Apogee Global RMS is seeking an Acoustic Signatures and Silencing Subject Matter Expert to support NSWCPD and NAVSEA acoustic engineering, machinery silencing, and submarine signatures initiatives. This EA4‑level role provides advanced technical expertise in acoustic measurement, modeling, analysis, and machinery noise control across Navy platforms and test environments. This is a Key Personnel position supporting high‑visibility acoustic signatures programs with direct impact on fleet readiness, survivability, and platform quieting.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in engineering, acoustics, or a related technical field from an ABET‑accredited institution
• 10+ years of professional experience in: Machinery noise control
• Acoustic measurement and data acquisition systems
• Signal processing and acoustic data analysis
• Acoustic modeling and simulation of mechanical systems
• Sound, vibration, and wave propagation principles
• Demonstrated experience with acoustic modeling tools (COMSOL, Ansys Mechanical, Ansys Fluent)
• Ability to support land‑based, shipboard, and in‑port/underway acoustic assessments
• Eligibility for Government facility/network access; Tier 3 investigation required for DON system access

Nice To Haves

• Experience with U.S. Navy submarine machinery systems
• Experience supporting the Submarine Signatures and Susceptibility community
• Active DoD clearance (Secret or higher)

Responsibilities

• Lead acoustic measurement, testing, and evaluation efforts for machinery systems across land‑based, shipboard, in‑port, and underway environments
• Develop and execute acoustic data acquisition strategies, instrumentation plans, and test procedures
• Perform advanced signal processing and acoustic data analysis to characterize machinery noise, vibration, and wave propagation
• Conduct analytical and/or Finite Element modeling to support acoustic characterization of mechanical systems
• Utilize acoustic modeling tools such as COMSOL, Ansys Mechanical, and Ansys Fluent to evaluate system behavior and silencing performance
• Support machinery silencing assessments, noise control recommendations, and engineering change evaluations
• Prepare technical reports, findings, and recommendations aligned to NAVSEA and NSWCPD standards
• Collaborate with engineering, signatures, and platform teams to ensure alignment with SOW requirements and Navy acoustic standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior