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MIKEL invests in people and technology – empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.

Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Job Title: System Engineer III – Acoustic Signal Processing

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced engineer or related field to support the design, implementation and analysis of torpedo guidance and control algorithms. This role partners with Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport, RI and requires working collaboratively inside a secure enclave with fellow MIKEL engineers as well as civilian government and Navy colleagues.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design, implementation, testing, and validation of acoustic signal processing algorithms.
• Analyze acoustic, navigational, and tactical data from simulated and in-water experiments.
• Develop and maintain software tools to process, visualize, and interpret guidance and control algorithm performance.
• Support integration and evaluation of new system enhancements.
• Collaborate with Navy engineers, scientists, and operators to transition R&D efforts into operational solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and customer review.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
• Academic or internship experience in digital signal processing, acoustics, or a related technical area.
• Proficiency in MATLAB.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret level security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of statistical detection/estimation.
• Familiarity with sonar, underwater acoustics, or Navy systems.
• Experience with systems engineering methods, software development, or test and evaluation.

Work Location: Newport, RI

MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.

Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.  Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

MIKEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.