Acoustic Verification and Validation Engineer

We are looking for a Verification and Validation Engineer with expertise in (underwater) acoustics for our underwater defence and security division with starting time as soon as possible. You will become a part of our young and enthusiastic R&D team, working in a dynamic and stimulating international environment, with great growth opportunities. In this role, you will design, plan, coordinate, execute and report the testing of new system components and sensor prototypes as a part of our development process with focus on acoustic characterization of our transducers.

Optics11 is an Amsterdam-based high-tech startup on a mission to innovate underwater security and put Netherlands on the map of European sonar industry. Our novel fiberoptic technology is redefining underwater security, enabling advanced sonar solutions for safeguarding of key naval and underwater infrastructure. Our high-paced development has been met with an ever growing interest from the market, with selection of our towed array technology for the new generation of Dutch submarines being the latest testament to our progress. As we transition towards commercial deployments, we are seeking ambitious, mission-driven professionals to join us in shaping the next chapter of our growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptualization of lab test setups and testing methodologies in accordance with project requirements and the relevant standards.

• Design and realization of lab test setups and the associated infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical and software components (in collaboration with our mechanical/electrical/software engineers).

• Performing the required testing activities according to the developed methodology and planning, with focus on safety, quality and time aspects.

• Processing and evaluation of measurement data, as well as reporting and documenting the test results for internal and external stakeholders.

• Maintenance and upgrading of test benches and test equipment in the lab.

• Interacting and providing feedback to hardware and software R&D engineers supporting development and improvement of our sensors and sensing systems.

• Documentation and handover of the test setups, corresponding HW/SW infrastructure and evaluation algorithm to our production team.

What's in it for you? 

• Good salary . 

• Innovative high-tech, international organization .

• The opportunity to work in a cross-functional and interdisciplinary environment .

• A lot to learn and to develop, we stimulate personal development .

• Hybrid working model, who doesn't like to work at home from time to time? 

Qualifications:

• MSc (or higher) in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics engineering, experimental physics or similar.

• 3+ years of experience in a similar position as a test, verification and/or validation engineer with focus on acoustic and/or vibrational testing in research and development context.

• Broad experience with interfacing, controlling and automation of lab and measurement equipment.

• Excellent knowledge and experience with data acquisition, signal conditioning and processing.

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or LabView.

• Good communication skills in English.

• Experience within underwater acoustic, defence industry and relevant MIL standards is a big plus.

• Structured and independent way of working.

• Experience with fibreoptic measurement principles and/or interferometry is a plus.

You'll be working with clients in the defense and security sectors, obtaining a Certificate of No Objection issued by the AIVD (Dutch General Intelligence and Security Service) is mandatory. This means you will need to undergo a security screening. For more information, please refer to details on security screening.

More information:

So now you know we're doing awesome projects and if you see you fit the profile, we would like to get to know you. Apply and drop your details or, in case of questions, get in touch with our recruiter Dora Öveges via dora.oveges@optics11.com.