Aviation Acoustic/Mission Planning SME

Aviation Acoustic/Mission Planning SME (Transportation) Company Overview As part of Sentient Digital's Advanced Technology and Innovations (ATI) business, RDA, Inc. is a leading innovator in digital signal processing for sonar systems, systems and software development, research and development (R&D), and flight test support. RDA's technical team has a unique concentration of acoustical engineering skills and experience, gained through critical technical leadership on advanced Navy sonar programs. Headquartered in Doylestown, PA, with offices in Warrenton, VA, and Lexington Park, MD, RDA's products, services, and research support the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) mission, helping to counter undersea threats and ensure maritime security. Description RDA Inc. seeks an Aviation Acoustic/Mission Planning SME for our Lexington Park, MD office to provide engineering/technology development, design, ASW mission planning, integration, and test support services to customers such as PMA-264/NAWCAD Airborne Anti-Submarine Warfare Battlespace Division/ONR/DARPA and NUWC. Tasks include participation in Fleet ASW exercises and operations INCONUS/OCONUS with platforms like P-8A and MV-22B, among others deemed necessary by the Navy or sponsors. Aircraft operations responsibilities include system integration, configuration, and operation of systems/software such as: - Low-Cost Acoustic/Advanced Processor (LCAP) - Radio Frequency Interference Collection System (RFICS) - Active System Performance Estimate Computer Tool (ASPECT) - Global Reconstruction and Measurement Systems (GRAMS) Qualifications Ability to prepare briefing materials for ASW mission planning supporting Developmental Test (DT), Operational Test (OT), and Data Gathering (DG) events. Must complete a Class 3 FAA Flight Physical and U.S. Navy Water Survival training for operating test equipment onboard P-8A, MV-22B, or other aircraft. Experience Minimum of 7 years as a P-3C/P-8A/H-60R Acoustic Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Operator. Significant operational experience and knowledge of acoustic training systems and courseware. Proven experience in all facets of ASW and operations, including tactics, data analysis, fleet recommendations, and participating in working groups. Skilled in problem-solving under pressure and briefing senior personnel on project status and results. Education Prior military experience as a P-3C/P-8A/H-60R Acoustic Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Operator. Security Clearance Must currently hold a SECRET clearance and be able to obtain a DoD TOP SECRET clearance. Travel Occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel, approximately 10-15%. Additional Information Willingness to submit to background checks. Physical requirements include lifting 25 pounds, moving in confined spaces, wearing protective gear, onsite presence, extended seated periods, computer use, and situational awareness. Sentient Digital and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr