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About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Program Overview Contributes to the operational advantage of the US Navy's Undersea Warfare community. Analyzes acoustic data sets to derive qualitative and quantitative technical measurements from recorded acoustic data. About The Role We are seeking experienced Acoustic Analysts to support the US Navy's Office of Naval Intelligence. In this role you will screen and analyze recorded acoustic data for signals of interest. This role is based On-site at the Office of Naval Intelligence in Suitland, MD. As an Acoustic Intelligence Analyst, you will contribute to the operational advantage of the US Navy's Undersea Warfare community. This work includes, but is not limited to: * Analyze acoustic data sets to derive qualitative and quantitative technical measurements from recorded acoustic data
* Perform Acoustic Intelligence screening of acoustic data collections to develop acoustic tracks and signatures. Candidate will apply environmental data to the analyses to conduct technical measurements
* Manipulate hardware/software configurations to permit reading of data from multiple sources
* Attend and participate in ONI data reviews and analyst exchanges as required. Document analyses in presentations, briefings, or technical papers
Qualifications Required Experience / Education: * HS diploma and 12 years of experience or AA/AS and 10 years of experience or BS and 8 years of experience or MS/MA and 6 years of experience or PhD and 3 years of experience
* Experience in acoustic data screening of threat targets, development of target tracks using acoustic data, acoustic detection, and acoustic classification
* Requires an understanding of platform signature analysis and the methods of conducting technical measurements
* Background as submarine sonar technician, IUSS analyst, or air ASW analyst required
* Requires a TS/SCI clearance
Details Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.