Medior Scientist | Underwater Communications | Defence

We are currently looking for a Scientist - Underwater Communications to join the team in The Hague.

Ever wanted to help build a wireless "underwater internet" with a team of talented colleagues? Or to plan and evaluate missions with underwater drones? Then this role as an underwater communications scientist is for you.

In today's uncertain geopolitical climate, safeguarding our society matters more than ever. Joining means playing an active part in building a safer world, both in the Netherlands and across Europe, closely collaborating with Dutch Defence organisations.

The work centres on research and development of autonomous underwater systems. Typical applications include finding sea mines with autonomous underwater and surface drones, stand-off anti-submarine warfare, wireless underwater (network) communication, and protecting critical infrastructure on the seabed. The team builds state-of-the-art acoustic sensor systems, along with advanced data-processing algorithms for communication, visualisation and information extraction, all aimed at creating situational awareness.

As an underwater communications scientist, you will contribute to several projects, delivering innovative solutions for clients in the defence and security sector. Every project has its own team that you collaborate with closely, and as no two projects are the same, there is plenty of room to keep growing.

Depending on your background and interests, your work could include:

• Improving algorithms for underwater acoustic and optical communication across the different layers of the OSI model.
• Researching how to optimise communication within networks of autonomous (underwater) nodes and drones.
• Designing, preparing and running experiments, using realistic simulations as well as measurements in the lab or at sea.
• Reporting and presenting your results to clients and colleagues.

Do you thrive in a team and want a job that benefits society? This role offers variety and supports your growth as a scientist.

Besides being enthusiastic about the work, you recognise yourself in the following:

• You hold a PhD and/or MSc in electrical engineering or computer science.
• You have an affinity for telecommunications and signal processing, including algorithm development.
• You are knowledgeable about modulation techniques, network protocols and architectures.
• Ideally, you have several years of experience in conducting (applied) research.
• You are proactive and assertive, take ownership of the end result, and get things done.
• You communicate clearly and persuasively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Dutch is an advantage.
• You can work in an international and military context, for example on European or NATO projects.
• You are open to new ideas, keen to learn, and happy to help others learn too.

Please note that if you do not hear back from us within 10 days of your application, you may assume that we have selected another candidate we would like to interview for this position. We do our best to get back to you individually, however, due to a high volume of responses, it can be that we have not been able to reject your application in person.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are not seeking assistance and will not be liable for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions. Any candidates submitted by agencies without prior written agreement will be considered our direct applicants and may be employed without obligation or fee.