Acoustic Engineer, Audio Technology

Bose Corporation, U.S.A; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Health & welfare benefits

401(k)

Employee discount

Job summary

Bose Corporation seeks an experienced Acoustical Engineer to join the Audio Technology Licensing group in Framingham, MA. You will design, test, and optimize acoustical systems for wearables and loudspeakers, collaborating with DSP engineers and external partners to deliver high-quality sound experiences.

Minimum qualifications include 8+ years of acoustic design and a BS in engineering. This hybrid role requires 3 days on-site and may involve domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• BS in Acoustical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of direct acoustic design experience in high‑performance audio products.
• 2+ years hands‑on acoustic test/measurement experience.
• Knowledge of MATLAB for acoustical measurements and algorithm simulation.
• Experience with DSP integration and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, tune, and test acoustical devices across multiple product categories.
• Develop acoustical system concepts to meet performance specs.
• Use simulations to predict system behavior and validate designs.
• Prototype and measure acoustical components and assemblies.
• Collaborate with DSP engineers to optimize processing and sound quality.
• Communicate results through peer reviews and external engagements.
• Work with external partners to validate acoustical designs and signals.
• Support early technical engagements with new partners with BU teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 4–6 weeks per year.

Skills

Acoustical design

MATLAB

Simulink

Room acoustics

Voice processing

Critical listening

DSP collaboration

Education

BS in Acoustical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

B&K

GRAS

Audio Precision

National Instruments

Listen Inc. (SoundCheck)

Job description

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth - and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.

Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.

Job Description

Be a part of the growing Audio Engineering team that seeks to deliver experiences to every place where audio matters! The Bose Audio Technology Licensing group is seeking a passionate, hands‑on Acoustical Engineer to take part in supporting our dynamic needs as we develop partnerships across many industries - all with the goal of finding new opportunities to widely deploy Bose technologies. You will be a key member of our cross functional team, working closely with your Bose colleagues and external partners to successfully develop and deliver our technologies to end consumers.

Hybrid Working Environment : 3-days/week on-site presence is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering team members to design, tune, and test audio devices, across a wide range of form factors and product categories covering wearables and out-loud devices
• Develop acoustical system design concepts to achieve product performance requirements
• Use simulation tools to predict acoustical system behavior
• Define and characterize physical prototypes of acoustical systems
• Conduct acoustical measurements of components, subsystems, and full assemblies, and perform thorough analysis of results
• Work directly with DSP engineers and external partners to tune and optimize system performance and signal processing algorithms
• Clearly communicate results through peer reviews and external customer‑facing engagements
• Collaborate with external engineering partners to develop and validate physical acoustical designs and signal processing capabilities to meet product performance requirements
• Collaborate with Audio Technology Business Development and Product Management teams to support early technical engagements with new partners
• Travel (domestic and international) may be required, up to 4-6 weeks per year

Minimum Qualifications

• BS required in Acoustical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of direct acoustic design experience of high‑performance audio products
• 2+ years of hands‑on acoustic test / measurement experience
• Critical listening skills (system voicing, musical instrument experience, audio mixing, music production, etc)
• Knowledge of MATLAB for acoustical measurements as well as algorithm simulation / development. Simulink knowledge a plus
• Understanding of room acoustics and measurement techniques
• Familiarity with transducer design, lumped parameter models, micro drivers, ECM, and MEMS devices
• Knowledge of headphone and wearable acoustical structures, enclosure/port design, and noise cancellation technology a plus
• Experience specifying requirements for acoustical components, including: loudspeakers, micro‑speakers, microphones, acoustic meshes
• Strong understanding of acoustical test / measurement systems and techniques
• Knowledge of voice communications techniques and microphone systems, including: beamforming, speech processing, acoustic echo cancellation, voice activity detection
• Experience using and selecting acoustical test equipment from B&K, GRAS, Audio Precision, National Instruments, Listen Inc. (SoundCheck), and others

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $112,200-$154,200. The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company-driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we're creating what's next-pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let's Make Waves.