Science and Research Analyst

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 a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in modeling, simulation, and predictive analytics to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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

• This position may require up to 25% travel

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Physics, or Mathematics

• 7+ 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current or active Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.