Research Scientist
Maritime Platforms
Executive Level 1
(Research Scientist) $48,749 - $65,495
Position no: 00189989
DSTO, Maritime Platforms Division HMAS Stirling
Rockingham WA

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide scientific leadership in a research program relating to the control and management of radiated acoustic signatures for ships and submarines. Under general direction as to the approach and with guidance in terms of specific objectives, conduct research into technology and instrumentation for self-noise monitoring of ships and submarines. In addition, assist in the planning and conduct of submarine noise radiation trials in support of acoustic signature management.

PRESCRIBED QUALIFICATIONS: A degree of Doctor of Philosophy of an Australian tertiary institution, or a comparable overseas qualification, which in the opinion of the Secretary is appropriate to the duties of the office or other comparable qualifications and the Secretary is satisfied that the scientist possesses scientific research ability, scientific leadership, achievement orientation, adaptability/flexibility skills and human relations skills.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Aeronautical/Aerospace, Mechanical and Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Naval Architecture or Physics.

KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge and understanding of research methods and scientific and engineering principles in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, noise and vibrations, statistical energy analysis, noise measurement and control, machinery condition monitoring

This is a security-designated position and the occupant must qualify for a Defence Security clearance.

To obtain information packs and application details, please contact Mr John Borg,
ph. (03) 9282 7308, email john.borg@defence.gov.au

Website: http://www.dsto.defence.gov.au

Send applications to: Manager - Recruitment, Workforce Initiatives, PO Box 2288U, MELBOURNE VIC 3001

Applications close: 20 September 2001
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