Junior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist

Lynker Technologies • Leesburg, VA

319d • $55,000 - $83,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Junior Acoustic Analyst and Support Specialist, to support an upcoming long-term contract that we are bidding on (This will be a contingent position, based upon contract award). Lynker will be operating under FLOAT - A 'Fish' and 'Lynker' Ocean Alliance Team - a Joint Venture Prime contract holder for NOAA ProTech Fisheries.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant science subject or equivalent experience.
• Requires 1+ years of experience working with passive acoustic analysis and the relevant target acoustic signals of interest; target signals will vary according to project.
• Experience with acoustic analysis software platforms, such as Raven, Ishmael, Pamguard, Triton, Pamguide, and other Matlab-based signal analysis software.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); some experience with data management, analytical reporting, and environmental and biological data is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze passive acoustic data (archival and real time) to assess the distribution, occurrence, behavior and habitat use of marine mammals, fish species, anthropogenic sound sources and/or soundscapes using a combination of manual and automated acoustic detectors.
• Improve and evaluate the performance of automated acoustic detectors.
• Coordinate and assist with real time acoustic evaluation efforts as needed.
• Evaluate data quality and contribute to the relevant database efforts including the PACM web application.
• Contribute to the integration and analysis of visual, oceanographic and acoustic datasets.
• Synthesize and present results at relevant conferences and other venues. Contribute to the cruise report, permit applications, manuscripts and presentations.
• Oversee or contribute to passive acoustic field operations, prepare for and de-stage field projects as needed.
• Support other Protected Species Division field surveys as needed.
• Use and maintain government provided equipment, protocols (such as for data collection, recording, and editing, processing, and archiving), manuals, training, and electronic data entry systems.
• Maintain existing passive acoustic hardware and/or assist in construction of new hardware, including bottom-mounted and mobile devices such as towed hydrophone arrays and drifting recorders.
• Assist with education and outreach activities conducted by the Passive Acoustic Branch as needed.
• Assist with Project Lead activities including helping to develop project data collection, analytical approaches and write up of scientific manuscripts.
• Assist in training and guiding junior contractors (Senior I & II).

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree