Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V.; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!
At the Institute for the Protection of Maritime Infrastructures in Bremerhaven, we research and develop innovative solutions to strengthen the resilience of maritime infrastructures and make them adaptable, safe and sustainable. In close cooperation with partners from research, industry and other maritime security stakeholders, we combine technological innovation with practical expertise and offer you the opportunity to work on pioneering projects.
What to expect
Join a cutting-edge research initiative at our Institute for the Protection of Maritime Infrastructures, where we apply Distributed Acoustic Sensing to monitor and protect critical underwater environments. We are seeking a talented researcher with a passion for data analysis, signal detection, and applied research in collaboration with industry and public authorities.
We offer an exciting opportunity for your professional development and support if you’re pursuing a PhD, a motivated and collaborative working environment, and the chance to present your research internationally. You will benefit from a public sector employment contract with 30 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a strong focus on work-life balance. In addition, we offer a comprehensive training program, a job ticket, and attractive employee discounts. You’ll be part of a young and dynamic team that gives you the freedom to shape and realize your own ideas.
Your Tasks
• Analyze underwater fiber-sensing data and develop algorithms for event detection, considering the influence of environmental conditions and various cable configurations.
• Identify and classify signal signatures (e.g., from surface or underwater vehicles) relevant to the safety and security of maritime infrastructure.
• Compare the performance of fiber-optic sensing with conventional technologies such as hydrophone arrays.
• Present research results in peer-reviewed journals and at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with industry partners and governmental authorities.
Your profile
• Completed Master’s degree (or equivalent) in natural or engineering sciences, such as geophysics, geoscience, oceanography, or a related field
• Solid expertise in one or more of the following areas: underwater acoustics, seismic data analysis, or distributed acoustic sensing (phase - optical time domain reflectrometry)
• In-depth knowledge of digital signal processing and data techniques
• Basic knowledge of machine learning and AI methods, in particular with relevance to environmental event detection
• Proficiency in programming, preferably in Python and/or C++
• Very good command of English, both written and spoken
Remuneration is up to the German TVöD 13 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks
We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 2059) please contact:
Enno Peters
Tel.: +49 471 924199 41
Maurice Stephan
Tel.: 0471 924199 42
