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Summer Transducer Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$21.60 - $26.40/hr

Experience with test equipment (pressure transducers, load cells, DAQ basics) or basic ... engineer a better tomorrow. Competitive Compensation * $21.60/hour-$26.40/hour * No benefit plan ...

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Support for transducer modeling, fabrication, and documentation * Support for acoustic testing ... the summer. This is a paid internship located at ARL's Main Laboratory at the University Park ...

In Fond du Lac (FDL) you get the full four-season experience - warm in the summer with highs ... wiring, programming and operation of various control panels, transducers, machines, etc.

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How much do summer transducer engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer transducer engineer in the United States is $107,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Summer Transducer Engineer do?

A Summer Transducer Engineer is an intern or temporary engineering position focused on the design, testing, and development of transducers, which are devices that convert one form of energy into another (such as sound waves to electrical signals). These engineers may work on projects related to sensors, microphones, speakers, or ultrasonic devices, often using tools like CAD software and laboratory equipment. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with experiments, analyzing data, troubleshooting prototypes, and collaborating with senior engineers. This role provides hands-on experience in both theoretical and practical aspects of transducer technology.

What types of projects or tasks can a Summer Transducer Engineer expect to work on during an internship?

As a Summer Transducer Engineer, you can expect to be involved in hands-on projects such as designing, testing, and characterizing transducer components. You may assist with experimental setups in the lab, data analysis of acoustic or electrical signals, and troubleshooting device performance. Collaboration with senior engineers and cross-functional teams—like mechanical design or signal processing—is common, offering valuable exposure to the product development cycle. This role provides a strong foundation for understanding real-world engineering applications and can open doors to future full-time opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Transducer Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Transducer Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, physics, or related fields, with knowledge of acoustics and signal processing. Familiarity with CAD software, data acquisition systems, and laboratory instrumentation is typically required, and experience with programming languages like MATLAB or Python is beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are important because they enable accurate design, testing, and analysis of transducer systems within collaborative engineering environments.

What is the difference between Summer Transducer Engineer vs Summer Sensor Engineer?

AspectSummer Transducer EngineerSummer Sensor Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, testing environmentsResearch labs, product development, testing environments
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, industrial equipmentConsumer electronics, automotive, industrial systems

Both roles involve sensor and transducer development, often requiring similar educational backgrounds and working in related environments. The main difference lies in focus: Transducer Engineers specialize in converting physical signals into electrical signals, while Sensor Engineers focus on designing and improving sensor devices. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the industry.

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Infographic showing various Summer Transducer Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,902 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

New Graduate Engineer, Starship Components

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

$115K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
NEW GRADUATE ENGINEER, STARSHIP COMPONENTS
The Starship Components team develops the most advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle components in the world. The engineers of this team are hardware experts for valves, regulators, electromechanical actuators, pumps, and explosives that drive critical capabilities on the Starship/Super Heavy vehicle-from propellant flow and ullage gas thrusters to flap/fin actuators. They design, machine, build, and test components to operate in extreme environments, with temperatures ranging from 80 to 800 K, pressures beyond 800 barA, and a life capability of >100 flights. As an engineer of this team, you will use your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. Following a successful interview process, you will be offered a specialized role within the product lifecycle (manufacturing, design, testing, machining), but as the extreme owner of your hardware, you will need to flex across these disciplines to ensure mission success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manufacturing
    • Partner with production and design to accelerate to a weekly Starship delivery rate, striving for high yield and automotive-level costs. Improve designs for assembly/testing, implement linear production flow, design tooling, develop welds, maintain work instructions, train others, and cut in targeted automation.
  • Design
    • Assemble design criteria, select an architecture, size the component for proper force margin, perform structural analysis, generate detailed part drawings, perform qualification testing, present design reviews, and monitor hardware performance in vehicle operations.
    • Target zero in-flight anomalies of your hardware and reduce component-caused delays in production and launch. Spearhead component root-cause investigations in the factory and on the vehicle, and implement fixes to prevent repeat failures.
  • Testing
    • Design, build, and validate automated test systems that prove flight hardware quickly and repeatably. Stand up the infrastructure that finds failures on the ground so they never happen on the mission. Operate high-energy equipment with uncompromising safety discipline.
    • Prove out prototypes in R&D, define hardware limits in qualification tests to failure (vibration, thermal, life, climatic), and write per-unit acceptance test plans under flight-like conditions (cryogenic temperatures, high voltage, high pressure).
  • Machining
    • For individual parts, define the manufacturing strategy (casting, forging, machining), implement DFM feedback, perform CNC programming on lathes/mills, select cutting tools, prove out the machining process, generate an inspection plan, and enable lights-out machining.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics.
  • 1+ years of mechanical and/or fluids engineering experience via project teams, research, internships, and/or professional experience.
  • Graduating in Fall/Winter of 2026 or Spring/Summer of 2027.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Hands-on experience from industry or collegiate vehicle/robotics competitions in fluid systems, high-voltage systems, electronics, or instrumentation (e.g., pressure transducers, thermocouples, solenoid valves, accelerometers, etc.).
  • Strong foundation in solid mechanics, fluid dynamics, electrical circuits, manufacturing processes, dynamics and controls, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
  • Ability to collect, process, and review complex engineering datasets in tabular or graphical forms to extract relevant trends or failure modes.
  • Understanding of electromechanical devices, gear trains, actuators, motors, valves, pumps, regulators, filters, and explosives.
  • Success in academics at a rigorous and highly regarded university: minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 or higher, standardized test scores in the minimum 95th percentile, merit-based scholarship recipient.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00
Level 2: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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