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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Computer Engineer-Sensing and Communication Systems - **Company:** Applied Physical Sciences Corp. - **Location:** Stonington, CT, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Altium Designer, Computer Engineering, SolidWorks (CAD), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, MATLAB, OrCAD, Systems Development Life Cycle, System Testing, Systems Integration, Information Technology - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aphysci.com/jobs/associate-computer-engineer-sensing-and-communication-systems-req-346/ ## About the Role Overview: Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is looking for a highly motivated entry level Associate Computer Engineer to join our Sensing and Communications Division. Successful candidates will have a BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar technical field with a focus in embedded digital signal processing. No professional experience is required, but relevant internship experiences are preferred. Successful applicants will support the development of state-of-the-art remote sensing and communication systems for autonomous underwater vehicles, undersea systems, and other marine applications., * BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering * Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude with the ability to independently solve moderately complex problems * Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics * Ability to use basic hand tools and electrical test and measurement equipment * Excellent verbal and written communication to accurately document and report findings to colleagues, customers, vendors, etc. * Writing procedures in support of integration, production and testing * Experience with basic data plotting and analysis using Python, MATLAB or equivalent * Organized and detail oriented * Ability to grasp, organize, and communicate complex concepts both electrical and organizational and interface with multi-disciplinary team. * Basic proficiency interfacing with Linux based systems, * BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering with 1-2 years of industry experience in defense and undersea/maritime domains. * Experience with Altium, ORCAD or similar electronic schematic capture/simulation tools * Experience with SolidWorks, CAD or other solid modeling tool * Familiarity with subsea wet cable design and construction * Experience at sea and familiarity with offshore rigging * Experience with mechanical production and sustainment of maritime systems * Familiarity with localization methods including beamforming * Experience with acoustic propagation models such as BELLHOP, RAY or CASS/GRAB * Experience or familiarity with electronics assembly, wiring, crimping, and soldering * Proficiency with electronic laboratory test equipment including digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, function generator, digital voltage and current measurement probes. * Experience working in an R&D environment and working in small multidisciplinary teams APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of the General Dynamics Corporation, offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and comfortable working conditions. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance. Please note, obtaining a security clearance is a condition of employment which typically requires US citizenship and a thorough background investigation. An immediate full-time position is open in the following location: Pawcatuck, CT. ## Description APS works on exciting, technically challenging, cutting-edge technologies that will expose candidates to a wide variety of multidisciplinary fields and allow for unique growth opportunities and learning experiences. At APS you will work in a small company environment where technical excellence is rewarded and an entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged, and you will have the chance to work directly with colleagues and customers that value innovation and creativity. Job Functions and Responsibilities * Support the entire arc of marine system development, starting with conceptualization and design, then to production planning, procurement, fabrication, component level testing and finally to system integration, system testing and sustainment. * Traveling in support of testing, approximately 5-15% of the year * Design and fabrication of oceanographic moorings * Design, fabrication and testing of subsea wet cables * Maintenance and operation of oceanographic instrumentation and unmanned platforms * Writing procedures in support of fabrication and testing * Implementing lessons learned from previous projects * Integration and optimization of test gear and assets going to sea * Preparing for and executing pier-side and at-sea testing, I understand and agree that the information provided in this application will be relied upon by General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences Corp. in considering me for employment, and I certify that all information provided is true, complete and correct and that I have not knowingly omitted any requested information. I further understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions made by me on this application or any other company records may subject me to immediate dismissal at any time during my employment. I hereby authorize General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences Corp. to make a thorough investigation of my current or former employment and activities. I agree to cooperate in such investigation and I release General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences Corp. and any person or organization supplying information to General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences Corp. in connection with such investigation, of and from liability in connection with the furnishing or use of such information. If employment is obtained under this application, I will willingly comply with all orders, rules, regulations and standards of conduct required by General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences Corp. and will agree to abide by General Dynamics Standards of Business Ethics and Conduct. 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