Entry-Level Transducer Engineer

Overview

Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company focused on supplying advanced SONAR solutions for the US Navy. Located in Santa Barbara, CA, Sonatech emphasizes a culture of innovation and first-class customer service.

• Test and evaluate new designs using common laboratory equipment used for acoustic products as well as acoustically in test tanks.
• Test and evaluate transducers in the Sonatech Acoustic Test Facility, using Sonatech-developed software and hardware.
• Transform concepts into fully functional designs based on specification requirements, incorporating input from customers and collaborating with engineers across multiple disciplines.
• Maintain project files and appropriate records of work.
• Participate in the design of new piezoelectric transducers for underwater applications.
• Participate in the design and selection of piezoelectric components and other passive materials useful for transducer/sensor design.
• Research and investigate leading-edge technologies for creating new products or processes.
• Prepare and present design reviews, including PDR (Preliminary Design Review) and CDR (Critical Design Review) activities, to ensure designs meet specifications and customer requirements.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, Physics or a related field
• Good written and oral communication skills

• Mechanical design software such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, or Inventor
• Knowledge of Finite Element Method (FEM) software such as COMSOL or ANSYS
• Knowledge of design of metal, plastic, and ceramic parts including material selection and fabrication techniques
• Knowledge of adhesives for different materials and their uses in transducer production
• General knowledge of electronics, soldering, connectors, etc.

• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance

• Medical, dental and vision
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 3% 401(k) contribution (no matching required)
• Company events

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

Full-time, onsite at our Santa Barbara office from Monday to Friday

EEO statement
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Sonatech is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled