Sonar Technician job description
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Sonar technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in sonar technician job postings.
Sample sonar technician requirements
- Associate degree in sonar technology or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in sonar technology
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining sonar systems
- Knowledge of sonar system applications and data interpretation
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose sonar system issues
Sample required sonar technician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Sonar Technician job description example 1
Oasis Systems sonar technician job description
Oasis Systems has an exciting opportunity for a full time Payload Technician to support naval Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) test and evaluation in San Diego, CA. This project team develops and operates cutting-edge robotic ships and sensor payloads for the US Navy.
JOB STATUS: Full Time
TRAVEL: Some travel may be required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (Education, Certifications, Experience, Skills)
This candidate must have experience with the following:
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligible for Secret clearance.
EDUCATION: HS and appropriate US Navy training
CERTIFICATIONS AND TOOLS: N/A
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 6+ years of Sonar operations and maintenance
Six or more years operating and maintaining surface or submarine sonar systems.
Acoustic Intelligence (ACINT) analysis experience.
Experience operating and maintaining towed sonar handling systems.
Ability to train Active Duty Navy students on the use of experimental sonar equipment.
Ability to embark on US Navy ships and civilian test support vessels.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:
Formal instructor experience, especially holders of the 9502 NEC.
Experience developing and testing experimental systems at sea.
Experience with Integrated Undersea Surveillance System (IUSS) operations and maintenance.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Functionally, the successful candidate will:
Assist with the development of experimental towed sonar systems.
Plan and execute at-sea testing of towed sonar systems.
Operate and maintain towed sonar handling systems.
Train Active Duty Navy personnel in an operational setting.
Operate boats and support craft during test execution at sea.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
At-sea testing may sometimes require up to 70-hour work weeks.
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Who We Are
Oasis Systems is a premier provider of customer-driven, cost-effective and quality Engineering Services; Enterprise Systems and Applications; Human Factors Engineering; Information Technology and Cyber Security; Professional Services; and Specialized Engineering Solutions to the Department of Defense, FAA, NRC and other federal agencies.
We strive to be an exciting and welcoming company that attracts, develops, motivates and retains the most talented, skilled and dedicated people in the industry; where they are encouraged to achieve personal excellence, purpose, and their full potential and career aspirations; while supporting mission-critical national security technologies and programs.
Oasis Systems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, medical condition, military veteran status or on the basis of physical handicap which, with reasonable accommodation, render the application to satisfactorily perform the job available.
JOB STATUS: Full Time
TRAVEL: Some travel may be required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (Education, Certifications, Experience, Skills)
This candidate must have experience with the following:
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligible for Secret clearance.
EDUCATION: HS and appropriate US Navy training
CERTIFICATIONS AND TOOLS: N/A
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 6+ years of Sonar operations and maintenance
Six or more years operating and maintaining surface or submarine sonar systems.
Acoustic Intelligence (ACINT) analysis experience.
Experience operating and maintaining towed sonar handling systems.
Ability to train Active Duty Navy students on the use of experimental sonar equipment.
Ability to embark on US Navy ships and civilian test support vessels.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:
Formal instructor experience, especially holders of the 9502 NEC.
Experience developing and testing experimental systems at sea.
Experience with Integrated Undersea Surveillance System (IUSS) operations and maintenance.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Functionally, the successful candidate will:
Assist with the development of experimental towed sonar systems.
Plan and execute at-sea testing of towed sonar systems.
Operate and maintain towed sonar handling systems.
Train Active Duty Navy personnel in an operational setting.
Operate boats and support craft during test execution at sea.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
At-sea testing may sometimes require up to 70-hour work weeks.
#MON
Who We Are
Oasis Systems is a premier provider of customer-driven, cost-effective and quality Engineering Services; Enterprise Systems and Applications; Human Factors Engineering; Information Technology and Cyber Security; Professional Services; and Specialized Engineering Solutions to the Department of Defense, FAA, NRC and other federal agencies.
We strive to be an exciting and welcoming company that attracts, develops, motivates and retains the most talented, skilled and dedicated people in the industry; where they are encouraged to achieve personal excellence, purpose, and their full potential and career aspirations; while supporting mission-critical national security technologies and programs.
Oasis Systems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, medical condition, military veteran status or on the basis of physical handicap which, with reasonable accommodation, render the application to satisfactorily perform the job available.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024