Research Acoustic Systems Engineer Job Redmond area,Washington USA,Engineering

Summary

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a Research Acoustic Systems Engineer to advance the science and engineering of audio systems for next-generation augmented and virtual reality devices, including wearables and smart glasses. In this role, you will define the acoustic architecture of future AR/VR products, driving research into spatial audio, microphone array design, loudspeaker systems, and acoustic signal processing. You will shape the long‑term technical direction of audio hardware and algorithms, working at the intersection of acoustics research and consumer wearable product development to deliver transformative listening and communication experiences.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, test, and validate acoustic systems for research hardware platforms

Develop models of loudspeakers, microphones, and audio systems to inform design decisions

Define objective audio performance targets and KPIs for research hardware

Lead factory test design and specification for prototype and research builds

Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software teams, and researchers to optimize acoustic trade‑offs and evaluate audio algorithms

Develop automated measurement tools and workflows for acoustic characterization, and document simulation results and technical reports

Coordinate with key partners (Researchers, Mechanical Engineers, System Engineers, Leadership, Operations) to support new and ongoing projects

Manage project schedules, milestones, delivery, and relationships with prototyping vendors and contract manufacturing partners

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of industry experience in acoustic systems engineering, including transducer design, acoustic modeling, and system‑level audio performance optimization

Experience designing and characterizing microphone arrays and loudspeaker systems for consumer electronics or wearable devices

Experience with acoustic simulation tools (e.g., FEM/BEM solvers such as COMSOL or similar) and measurement instrumentation for acoustic characterization

Experience leading technical strategy and driving cross‑functional alignment on acoustic architecture decisions across hardware, software, and product teams

Experience defining objective and subjective audio evaluation methodologies

Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience publishing or presenting original research in acoustics, audio engineering, or a closely related field

Understanding of transducer design and digital signal processing

Experience with acoustic test equipment such as CLIO, Klippel, Sound Check, Audio Precision, or similar

Experience in modeling complex multi‑disciplinary systems

Familiarity with DSP fundamentals including digital filters, gain control, and dynamics processing

Familiarity with mechanical design principles, FEA, and advanced materials

Experience defining audio performance KPIs for hardware systems

Experience tuning real‑time audio algorithms (e.g., EQ, dynamics processing, loudspeaker protection)

MS/PhD in Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Experience developing automated measurement and tuning tools for audio system characterization and verification

Public Compensation

$173,000/year to $245,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry

Internet

Equal Opportunity

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