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Hark

Acoustic Integration Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

About the Role We're looking for an experienced Acoustic Integration Engineer to own the speaker ... This is hands-on work close to the hardware: characterizing transducers, integrating them into ...

Hark

Acoustic Integration Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

About the Role We're looking for an experienced Acoustic Integration Engineer to own the speaker ... This is hands-on work close to the hardware: characterizing transducers, integrating them into ...

Astrion

Instrumentation Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Familiar with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429 and aircraft transducers, experience with low-speed data ... Very familiar with engineering and mathematics applications software's such as Maple MathCAD and ...

Gehc

Senior Product Engineer

State College, PA

Summary The Senior Install Base Product Engineer for Ultrasound Transducers is responsible for the technical ownership, performance, and lifecycle management of GE HealthCare's installed base of ...

Astrion

Instrumentation Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$120K - $140K/yr

Familiar with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429 and aircraft transducers, experience with low-speed data ... Very familiar with engineering and mathematics applications software's such as Maple MathCAD and ...

GE HealthCare

Senior Product Engineer

Rector, PA · On-site

Summary The Senior Install Base Product Engineer for Ultrasound Transducers is responsible for the technical ownership, performance, and lifecycle management of GE HealthCare's installed base of ...

Gehc

Lead Mechanical Engineer

State College, PA · On-site

$108K - $130K/yr

Develop mechanical solutions for transducer housings, cables, accessories, and related subsystems * Create and manage engineering changes (ECOs), drawings, specifications, and work instructions

GE HealthCare

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Rector, PA · On-site

Develop mechanical solutions for transducer housings, cables, accessories, and related subsystems * Create and manage engineering changes (ECOs), drawings, specifications, and work instructions

Gehc

Senior Process Engineer

State College, PA

$101K - $131K/yr

Summary The Senior Process Engineer supports the transfer of ultrasound transducer programs from R&D into regulated production, ensuring manufacturing processes meet quality, regulatory, cost, and ...

GE HealthCare

Senior Process Engineer

Rector, PA · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

Summary The Senior Process Engineer supports the transfer of ultrasound transducer programs from R&D into regulated production, ensuring manufacturing processes meet quality, regulatory, cost, and ...

DwyerOmega

** Engineer: Mechanical

Sunbury, OH · On-site

The Mechanical Engineer will support the design, development, and sustaining engineering of pressure and load transducer products at DwyerOmega. This role is ideal for an engineer with 1-5 years of ...

Actalent

Test Engineer

Thousand Oaks, CA

Test Engineer The Test Engineer executes customer test projects from initial planning through setup ... and measurement transducers. * Design, develop, and assemble test fixtures in accordance with ...

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How much do transducer engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transducer engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transducer Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, a deep understanding of sensor/transducer physics, and experience with signal processing. Proficiency in CAD software, simulation tools (like MATLAB or ANSYS), and familiarity with industry standards and certifications such as ISO or IEEE are commonly required. Strong analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this position. These abilities are essential for designing reliable transducers, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring products meet rigorous industry performance and safety standards.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a transducer engineer?

As a Transducer Engineer, your daily tasks may include designing and simulating new sensor concepts, optimizing existing transducer systems, and conducting experiments to validate performance. You will likely work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical designers, electronics engineers, and manufacturing staff, to ensure seamless integration and production of transducer components. Documentation, testing, troubleshooting, and regularly presenting findings or updates to project teams are also important aspects of the job. The role often balances hands-on laboratory work and design activities, providing variety and opportunities to continually develop technical expertise.

What is a transducer engineer?

A Transducer Engineer designs, develops, and tests transducers, which convert one form of energy into another, such as sensors and actuators. They work with materials, electronics, and acoustics to create devices for applications in industries like medical, automotive, and defense. Responsibilities include simulation, prototyping, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting. Strong knowledge of physics, signal processing, and engineering principles is essential for this role.

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Acoustic Engineer IV

Sparton Corporation

De Leon Springs, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.
Job Summary:
Sparton is seeking an experienced Underwater Acoustics Engineer to lead the design, modeling, and testing of advanced underwater transducers and sensing systems used in critical defense applications. This role is ideal for a creative problem solver who enjoys full-lifecycle ownership-from concept development to prototype build, manufacturing support, and government-range testing. You will work independently and as a technical leader within a multidisciplinary team, helping define approaches that solve some of Sparton's most challenging acoustic problems.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Design & Development
  • Design underwater hydrophones and active/passive transducers using cylindrical ceramics, flexural disks, cantilever beams, geophones, and related technologies.
  • Perform analysis and simulation using MATLAB, Python, COMSOL, ANSYS, or equivalent FEA tools.
  • Develop engineering drawings, documentation, and specifications for manufacturing.
  • Modify and enhance existing acoustic subsystems to support new designs or improve performance.
  • Evaluate materials for acoustic behavior, durability, and chemical compatibility.

Build & Prototyping
  • Model, simulate, build, and test complex acoustic transducers.
  • Independently build or direct prototype fabrication for verification and qualification testing.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to process, materials, or design; recommend enhancements and cost-reduction opportunities.
  • Initiate Engineering Change Notices and support manufacturing refinement for both low-rate and high-rate production.

Testing & Integration
  • Conduct or lead in-house and remote acoustic tests, including TVR, TPR, and beam pattern characterization.
  • Develop test plans, procedures, and detailed reports for government facility test events.
  • Apply risk assessment, failure analysis, and root-cause analysis to improve reliability and performance.
  • Support customer demonstrations and government testing activities.

Project & Team Leadership
  • Serve as a key technical contributor within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • May lead projects, including coordination of resources, schedules, and technical assignments.
  • Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and manufacturing staff.
  • Support bid and proposal efforts, including technical writing and proof-of-concept development.
  • Maintain accurate engineering records and follow all Sparton processes and procedures.
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure all engineering and manufacturing activities comply with Federal, State, Provincial, and Company safety and health regulations.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

Required Education & Experience
  • MSEE, BSME, MSAE, BS Physics or similar; PhD in acoustics/sonar/ultrasonics preferred.
  • Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in underwater acoustics or transducer design.
  • Strong theoretical foundation paired with hands-on experience in electronic design, modeling, analysis, and testing.

Skills & Qualifications
  • US Citizenship required; ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance (existing clearance is a plus).
  • Experience designing acoustic architectures for complex underwater systems, particularly military sonar.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing, fabricating, testing, and qualifying underwater hydrophones and transducers.
  • Proficient with FEA tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, and/or OnScale (PzFlex).
  • Strong MATLAB and/or Python simulation skills.
  • Knowledge of piezoelectric materials and their applications.
  • Experience with potting materials (epoxies, urethanes) and hands-on assembly of acoustic systems.
  • Preferred: experience with shock and vibration testing or designing for flow noise environments.
  • Strong documentation, technical writing, and proposal development skills.
  • High initiative, self-directed work style, and ability to lead complex technical efforts.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Travel/Physical Requirements
  • Minimal Travel Requirement
  • The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs.

Benefits Highlights
  • Healthcare
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
  • Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
  • Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
  • On-site wellness clinic.

Paid Benefits
  • Competitive compensation.
  • 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8%, plus a 1% company contribution.
  • Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Fertility and family building assistance.

Additional Benefits.
  • Flexible work schedules available based on position:
  • 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
  • 4/10s, Monday through Thursday
  • 3/12s, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
  • Lifestyle spending account.
  • Perks at work.
  • Generous employee referral program.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet insurance, and many more options.
  • Voluntary Tricare supplement available for military retirees.
  • Prescription safety eyewear program.

These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Disclaimer
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
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