Major Duties (Job Description)

Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC PAC) is the Navy’s premier research, development, test, and evaluation for command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (C4ISR), and all Navy navigation systems. Our mission and corporate vision focus on bringing integrated C4ISR solutions to the warfighter. Our work ranges from basic research and prototype development through systems engineering and integration to life-cycle support of fielded systems. Major programmatic and technical forces are directed toward merging advanced technology and systems into integrated C4ISR capabilities, primarily supporting joint C4ISR needs of the military.

The New Professional (NP) PhD program bridges the gap between academic training and professional work through structured activities and training that prepare employees for advanced duties. We are seeking Scientists and Engineers dedicated to enhancing our nation’s technological capabilities through innovative research and development.

You will have opportunities to:

• Network and develop your technical and professional skills
• Participate in structured developmental training curriculum
• Work in various areas related to your educational background and interests

Qualification Summary

• Majors: PhD -Varied S&E fields including Cyber S&T, Data Science, Machine learning, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Development, Mathematics, Human Factors, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Network Engineering, Chemistry, and Biological Sciences.
• GPA: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above preferred
• Grad Date: Must have graduated or be within 9 months of graduation

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, some positions may require a Top-Secret Clearance
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Starting Salary PhD: $123,369

NAVWAR is the Navy's systems command that designs, develops and deploys advanced communications and information capabilities from Seabed to Space.