Science and Research Analyst

MANTECH•Silverdale, WA

9h•$104,200 - $172,900•Onsite

About The Position

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Science & Research Analyst to join our team in Silverdale, WA. This is an onsite position. Serve as an expert in modeling, simulation, and predictive analytics to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD).

Requirements

Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Physics, or Mathematics
4+ years of experience in technical research, engineering analysis, or data modeling contexts; relevant academic experience may be counted toward this requirement
Expert-level proficiency in writing code, debugging, and building algorithmic modules using MATLAB, Python, LINUX, Docker, Podman, or GitHub
Experience with advanced mathematics (statistical modeling, differential equations) and/or physics principles as applied to structural acoustics or wave propagation problems
Experience leading functional teams or technical projects, including direct customer/sponsor management and requirement scoping
Must have a current or active Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with naval ship-silencing initiatives, acoustic trial procedures (radiated, platform, or structure-borne noise testing), or machinery health analytics.
Familiarity with Visual Studio Code
Knowledge of existing NSWCCD specialized analysis systems or databases (e.g., Common Analysis Tool (CAT))
Established track record of lead authorship on technical reports, technical data packages (TDPs), or articles for professional trade journals

Responsibilities

Apply complex mathematical and physics concepts to simulate the propagation and detection of underwater acoustic energy, directly impacting the stealth and survivability of the U.S. Navy submarine fleet
Develop, refine, and execute predictive mathematical and physical models to simulate underwater acoustic energy propagation, far-field signatures, and sensor detection boundaries
Utilize MATLAB and Python to build automated tools, process high-volume sensor data packages, and conduct complex statistical trend analyses for the NAVSEA Vibration Machinery Program
Lead and coordinate technical tasking across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring that overall team milestones align closely with project sponsor requirements
Interface directly with Navy private interests and Government technical sponsors to deliver technical briefings, write high-level technical evaluation documents, and explain complex analytical methodologies to all levels of leadership
Bridge the gap between advanced data science techniques and structural/hydro-acoustics engineering, while concurrently leading tasking workflows and interfacing directly with project sponsors to communicate findings, blueprints, and analytical strategies
Support program verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) tasks for acoustic modeling and simulation frameworks