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# Principal Scientist Platform Technologies

- **Company:** Ed Wallach Search Group
- **Location:** Groton, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), Computational Fluid Dynamics, Computer Simulation, Computer Programming, Fortran (Programming Language), Systems Theories, MATLAB, Systems Development Life Cycle, Robotic Automation Software, Signal Processing, Data Processing, Navsea, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8961671/principal-scientist-platform-technologies

## About the Role

We are always looking for a highly motivated Principal Scientists to join our Groton (CT), Concord (MA), or Arlington (VA) teams.
Successful candidates will have a PhD in mechanical engineering, hydrodynamics, acoustics or related fields, with a focus in maritime systems research and development, test and evaluation.
Professional experience of 10+ years in DoD or related industry is preferred, but not required for highly qualified candidates.
Successful applicants will support the development of state-of-the-art technologies for maritime/undersea vehicles, including: design, analysis, and prototyping of undersea vehicles; novel propulsion, maneuvering, and control; research in the use of advanced materials in undersea applications; development of advanced test methodologies and capabilities; and development of associated mechanical/electro-mechanical components and systems.
Experience with sonar systems and signal processing is also highly desired, but not required., * PhD in hydrodynamics/mechanical engineering, acoustics, or related field

 * Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following: hydrodynamics and CFD, controls theory and application, mechanical design of components/systems, experiment design and execution
 * Extensive experience with computational methods and programming for both compiled applications (C++ and/or Fortran) and Matlab
 * Experience fielding systems, running prototype demonstrations, post-processing data to determine system performance, and creating presentation materials to debrief customer
 * Experience writing proposals and leading new business captures
 * Exceptional communication skills (written and oral) to lead meetings and prepare written briefs for internal reviews and with customers

Desired Attributes and Skills:

 * Experience as principal investigator working on R&D programs for DARPA, ONR, NAVSEA, or other similar DoD customers
 * Demonstrated technical leadership in modeling and simulation of advanced submarine systems capabilities
 * Experience in development of undersea robotic systems
 * Demonstrated team leadership and technical execution of submarine systems development efforts/programs.
 * Experience presenting at technical conferences

## Description

* Design and development of innovative maritime systems (50%)
 * Project leadership (25%)
 * Proposal writing, marketing, and new business captures (25%)


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