ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented **Acoustic Trial Director** to join our team in **Bethesda, MD** . This is an onsite position. As an Acoustic Trial Director, you will play a critical role in planning and executing at-sea acoustic evaluations, leading a team of experts to analyze data and deliver insightful reports. You will be responsible for ensuring data quality in real-time, adapting to evolving objectives, and providing recommendations based on your findings. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital naval operations and lead a team of professionals in a dynamic and challenging environment. **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** + Plan and conduct acquisition and analysis of at-sea acoustic evaluations + Lead a team to completion of analysis and reporting of at-sea results and recommendations + Ensure data quality in real-time, using personal judgment to determine the best course of action as evaluation objectives evolve + Prepare written technical reports identifying emergent issues and work with team members to present remediation recommendations + Must have a valid passport and be able to travel within the United States for meetings and site visits (Up to 25%) **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited University, preferably in Engineering or Physics + 5+ years of experience with both submarine and surface ship acoustics + 3+ years of hands-on, demonstrated experience with navigation and/or piloting safety working with U.S. Uniformed Services ships + Served as an officer of the Deck (OOD) underway or equivalent experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience with acoustic measurement systems, in-water measurement arrays, hardware interfacing, and software development + Demonstrated track record of project management in system development and integration + Established experience coordinating U.S. Navy ship operations with test and evaluation program agendas **Clearance Requirements:** + Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance prior to starting this position **Physical Requirements:** + Ability to remain stationary for 50% of the time + Occasional movement within the office for communication and accessing resources + Constantly operate a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer + Frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations and exchanging accurate information ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.