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Job Title: Acoustic Test Engineer (Test Engineer II)
Duration: 12 Months (Potential for Extension)
Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite 5 Days/Week)
<.>Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Acoustic Test Engineer to join an innovative engineering team focused on testing next-generation wearable audio devices. This is a hands-on laboratory role where you will perform acoustic measurements, execute standardized test procedures, and document results within a quality-controlled environment.
You will work closely with senior engineers to ensure accurate testing, maintain equipment calibration, and contribute to the validation of advanced audio technologies.
<.>Key Responsibilities
- Execute acoustic test protocols for wearable audio devices, including:
- Gain measurements
- Output level testing
- Frequency response analysis
- Calibration verification
- Set up and operate acoustic measurement equipment, including:
- Head and Torso Simulators (HATS)
- Acoustic couplers
- Audio interfaces
- Acoustic calibrators
- Device fixtures and mounting hardware
- Configure and operate acoustic measurement software for:
- Device configuration
- Channel setup
- Microphone and speaker calibration
- Measurement capture
- Data archiving
- Review measurement results against acceptance criteria and identify any anomalies or calibration issues.
- Generate detailed, traceable test reports and maintain accurate quality records.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and testing documentation.
- Escalate technical or calibration-related concerns to senior engineering staff.
- Support continuous improvement of laboratory testing processes.
<.>Required Qualifications
- 1 3 years of hands-on experience in acoustic testing, audio measurements, or laboratory testing.
- Experience performing:
- Sound Pressure Level (SPL) measurements
- Frequency response testing
- Gain and level measurements
- Familiarity with acoustic measurement hardware and laboratory equipment.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation skills.
- Basic scripting experience using Python and/or MATLAB.
- Ability to follow standardized procedures with high accuracy.
- Comfortable working independently within structured engineering processes.
- Experience using macOS or willingness to learn.
<.>Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with:
- Real-ear measurements
- Insertion gain
- Hearing devices or audiology testing
- Experience working in regulated or quality-controlled environments (e.g., medical devices or ISO-compliant processes).
- Familiarity with Electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS).
- Experience troubleshooting acoustic measurement issues and improving laboratory test setups.
<.>Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in one of the following or a related technical discipline:
- Acoustics
- Audio Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Physics
- Biomedical Engineering
- Audiology / Hearing Science
- Music or Audio Technology
Equivalent hands-on laboratory testing experience will also be considered.
<.>Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is passionate about audio technology, enjoys hands-on laboratory work, and has a meticulous approach to testing and documentation. This opportunity offers exposure to cutting-edge wearable technologies while working alongside experienced engineers in a highly collaborative environment.
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