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Lynker Corporation

Senior Bioacoustics Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Participate in fieldwork as needed, including deployment and retrieval of drifting and moored hydrophones; deployment and real-time monitoring of towed hydrophone arrays, sonobuoys, and/or gliders ...

Perfict

Systems Engineer (MacOS)

Rocklin, CA · On-site

Responsibilities : • Review Jamf dashboards for patch status, OS version distribution, DDM, and compliance signals • Identify devices drifting out of compliance, failed profiles, and update ...

Los Dos Potrillos

$25 - $27/hr

The Captain keeps veteran cooks from drifting off spec Qualifications: 1. Six years minimum inside the LDP system. No exceptions. The Captain must have cooked our food long enough that the standard ...

Chipton-Ross

CNC Machinist II

Buena Park, CA · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

... drifting out of control and escalate appropriately Use inspection results to maintain consistency, but not redesign processes independently A Machinist II is not yet expected to: Develop or ...

Cenergistic LLC

Client manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

You've been the person who gets called when a project is drifting. This role puts all three to work at once. Cenergistic helps schools, universities, hospitals and government organizations cut energy ...

Cenergistic

Client manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

You've been the person who gets called when a project is drifting. This role puts all three to work at once. Cenergistic helps schools, universities, hospitals and government organizations cut energy ...

Eecweathertech

Commissioning Program Manager

Enterprise, AL · On-site

$91K - $92K/yr

Comfortable onsite in Enterprise, AL or traveling worldwide; schedule may include weekends A Day, Calibrated You start onsite by scanning the commissioning dashboard: what's green, what's drifting ...

Cenergistic

Client manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

You've been the person who gets called when a project is drifting. This role puts all three to work at once. Cenergistic helps schools, universities, hospitals and government organizations cut energy ...

Route Elite

FedEx Delivery Driver

Independence, KY · On-site

$200 - $220/day

Join our team and begin your future in FedEx Delivery TODAY! with the local company, Drifting South Inc. , out of Independence, KY. Start your new career within days, earning anywhere between $200 to ...

EMCOR Group, Inc.

Iron Worker (GBORO NEST WB)

Reidsville, NC · On-site

$21 - $27.50/hr

Aligns holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by drifting drift pins or handle of wrench through holes. * Verifies vertical and horizontal alignment of members, using ...

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How much do drifting jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for drifting in the United States is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is drifting?

Drifting as a job refers to professional motorsport drivers who compete in drifting events, where the goal is to deliberately oversteer and maintain control of a car while it slides sideways through turns. These drivers participate in competitions, demonstrations, and sometimes work as stunt drivers or trainers. The job involves not only driving skills but also understanding vehicle dynamics, performing maintenance, and often securing sponsorships. Drifting professionals may travel to events globally and contribute to the automotive industry through brand partnerships, media appearances, and teaching drifting techniques.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a professional drifting driver?

To thrive as a Professional Drifting Driver, you need advanced vehicle control, racing techniques, and a thorough understanding of car mechanics, often gained through motorsport experience and specialized training. Familiarity with telemetry systems, performance tuning software, and motorsport safety certifications are typically required. Quick decision-making, focus under pressure, and strong communication with pit crews are essential soft skills. These abilities are vital for executing precise maneuvers, maintaining safety, and succeeding in competitive motorsport environments.

What are common challenges faced by professional drifting drivers during competitions?

Professional drift drivers often face challenges such as adapting to different track surfaces, managing tire wear, and maintaining precise vehicle control at high speeds. Consistency in executing complex maneuvers under pressure is crucial, and weather conditions can add an extra layer of difficulty. Additionally, working closely with a support team to fine-tune vehicle setup and strategy is essential for success in competitive drifting.

What is the difference between Drifting vs Towing Operator?

AspectDriftingTowing Operator
Required CredentialsDriver's license, specialized drifting trainingDriver's license, towing certification
Work EnvironmentRace tracks, stunt shows, automotive eventsRoadside, vehicle recovery, towing yards
Industry UsageMotorsports, automotive entertainmentVehicle recovery, roadside assistance

Drifting involves controlled oversteering to slide the car through turns, primarily in motorsports and entertainment settings. Towing operators focus on safely transporting vehicles, often in roadside or recovery scenarios. While both roles require driving skills and licenses, drifting emphasizes performance and stunt driving, whereas towing centers on vehicle recovery and transportation.

Can drifting be a career?

Drifting is primarily a motorsport activity and not a traditional career, but professionals can pursue careers as race car drivers, stunt drivers, or event organizers within the motorsports industry. Success often requires driving skills, sponsorship, and participation in competitions or exhibitions, with opportunities for sponsorships and media appearances.

Do professional drifters make money?

Professional drifters can earn income through sponsorships, prize money from competitions, and event appearances. Earnings vary widely based on skill level, reputation, and success in competitions, with top performers potentially making a substantial income, while many earn modestly or supplement other income sources.
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Infographic showing various Drifting job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 75% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,588 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Senior Bioacoustics Scientist

Miami, FL • On-site

Lynker Corporation
Scientific Research and Development Services • 201 - 500 employees
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$105K - $145K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Overview
Lynker Corporation is seeking a Senior Bioacoustics Scientist to support NOAA Fisheries' Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC), Marine Mammal and Turtle Division (MMTD). This proposed role will provide bioacoustics science support for SEFSC's passive acoustics program, including fieldwork, acoustic data analysis, data archiving, reporting, and presentation of results in support of marine mammal assessment, conservation, and management. Hiring for this position is contingent on contract award.
Background paragraph:
SEFSC MMTD's passive acoustics research supports conservation and management of protected and endangered species through assessment studies, including moored passive acoustic studies, vessel surveys using towed hydrophone arrays and sonobuoys, glider-based and acoustic tagging studies, and pilot passive acoustic monitoring studies. The work supports research on oceanic cetaceans, Rice's whales, North Atlantic right whales, sperm whales, and other marine species within the Southeast region.
Responsibilities
Duties of the Bioacoustics Scientist will include the following:
  • Develop and manage passive acoustics research projects to collect and analyze acoustic data addressing marine mammal distribution, ecosystem ecology, and anthropogenic impact questions.
  • Provide fieldwork and analytical services for current and future passive acoustic projects focused on multiple cetacean species.
  • Support research planning and execution, management coordination, and administrative needs related to passive acoustics research.
  • Work in the acoustics lab, conduct fieldwork related to acoustic data collection, analyze anthropogenic and biological sound sources, archive data, write reports or manuscripts, and present results.
  • Provide general laboratory assistance, including data archiving, computer maintenance, and construction and maintenance of acoustic hydrophone recorders and associated oceanographic equipment.
  • Participate in fieldwork as needed, including deployment and retrieval of drifting and moored hydrophones; deployment and real-time monitoring of towed hydrophone arrays, sonobuoys, and/or gliders; visual observation of anthropogenic and biological activities; and assistance with oceanographic data collection.
  • Drive government vehicles when necessary to complete assigned tasks.
  • Analyze and interpret archived acoustic data to detect, localize, and classify biological and anthropogenic sound sources.
  • Conduct advanced analysis to address NOAA Fisheries Passive Acoustic Ecology Program research objectives, including leading or developing research ideas.
  • Upload metadata to SEFSC acoustic databases and servers and maintain deployment and detection databases.
  • Participate in periodic SEFSC, MMTD, and Passive Acoustic Ecology team meetings with Program Leads, NOAA Fisheries staff, and Center leadership.

Qualifications
The Bioacoustics Scientist must have the following:
  • Ph.D. from an accredited college or university with a major directly related to the requirements of the task order, with emphasis in acoustics, fisheries, oceanography, natural science, or mathematics.
  • 10 years of experience in related fields.
  • Experience analyzing anthropogenic noise in the marine environment using acoustic metadata databases and scientific bioacoustics software programs, such as Pamguard or Raven, to analyze cetacean sounds.
  • Experience programming in MATLAB and/or R.
  • Experience building, maintaining, and repairing real-time acoustic hydrophones, including towed hydrophone arrays and sonobuoys, and autonomous hydrophones, including drifting and/or moored hydrophones.
  • Experience with the implementation of legislative mandates, such as the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act, for highly endangered marine mammal species, such as Rice's whales or North Atlantic right whales.
Preferred qualifications include:
  • Experience in NOAA Fisheries cetacean bioacoustics research.
Work Environment
This task is based at the SEFSC Laboratory in Miami, FL. Fieldwork may be required on an as-needed basis. Facility access is from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, for tasks requiring facility access. Work shall be performed during normal facility operating hours, five days per week, not to exceed 40 hours per week except when overtime is approved in advance.
Travel is anticipated and authorized for this task order, subject to NOAA approval prior to travel. Travel may include fieldwork to collect biological and environmental data from different surveys and/or platforms, including aerial, ship, or unmanned systems; fieldwork in support of MMTD marine mammal and turtle research and outreach; and participation in meetings, workshops, conferences, and prescribed training.
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities - creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
  • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
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