iQuasar is seeking to fill the Acoustic Engineer in San Diego, CA. At iQuasar, we strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, a matching 401 (k) plan, and other benefits given below, excellent training, and a vibrant working environment. Our employees are exceptional, giving us a competitive advantage by innovating solutions with a strong sense of mission and integrity.
One of our clients in Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC needs a Acoustic Engineer for a full-time position.
- Position: Acoustic Engineer
- Full-time: Yes
- Location: Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC
- Clearance Level:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyze underwater sound propagation, acoustic wave behavior, and sound transmission across complex undersea environments.
- Assess the physical impact of environmental factors—including water temperature, salinity, depth, and pressure—on underwater acoustic transmission.
- Evaluate and support engineering efforts around submarine acoustic signatures, platform noise reduction, and vibration control.
- Conduct underwater acoustic modeling, analysis, and testing to optimize naval acoustic performance.
- Participate in engineering-level technical discussions and program initiatives related to submarine acoustics, ship silencing, and Navy programs.
REQUIRED:
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Active Secret security clearance required.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, another technical discipline, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Direct technical background in Acoustic Engineering, Acoustical Physics, or Ocean Acoustics.
- Demonstrated understanding of the underlying physics of underwater sound propagation and acoustic wave mechanics.
- Underwater sound transmission and acoustic wave behavior.
- Environmental variables affecting sound (temperature, salinity, depth, pressure).
- Acoustic signatures, noise reduction, and vibration control.
- Underwater acoustic modeling, analysis, or testing.
- Submarine acoustics, ship silencing, or acoustic engineering within Navy programs.
- Note on Navy Sonar Experience: Candidates with Navy sonar backgrounds must have experience that clearly extends beyond operating or maintaining equipment to include applied acoustic science and engineering principles.
DESIRED:
- Basic Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Acoustics, Applied Ocean Science, Physical Oceanography, Mechanical Engineering (Vibration/Acoustics focus), Electrical Engineering (Signal Processing), Applied Physics, or related STEM discipline.
- Experience: 3+ years of professional or advanced graduate research experience directly related to underwater acoustics, ocean wave propagation, or naval platform signature management.
- Demonstrated understanding of underwater wave equations, transmission loss mechanisms, and acoustic wave behavior.
- Experience with computational acoustic modeling packages or scientific programming tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Fortran, C++).
- Knowledge of structural vibration control, noise mitigation, machinery silencing, or acoustic isolation.
- Clearance: Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret or Top Secret / SCI clearance (or eligibility).
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, another technical discipline, or a related field.
Employee Benefits:
iQuasar LLC offers a comprehensive benefits program, including various options in these plans:
- A Supportive and Equitable Working Environment that is both Stimulating and Challenging
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Unique Employee Success Sharing Program that allows ATP employees to share in the Company's Successes
- Automatic Approved Overtime (if the contract permits).
- Retirement Pay (401K); 100% company paid, immediately vested with Profit-Sharing Component
- Company Medical Coverage Plans - HMO, Open Access, PPO plans
- Company Dental Plan - widely accepted, comprehensive, and flexible.
- Progressive Overtime Policy
- Flexible Spending Account benefit
- Lucrative Referral Bonus Policy
- Holiday Scheduling that Coincides with Government Holidays
- Robust Professional Expenses & Training Program
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at with the information requested below: Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not the right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you!
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
iQuasar LLC is a proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) and the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, reflecting our strong commitment to supporting military spouses, veterans, and inclusive hiring practices. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, non-merit factors, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
