Audio Tuning Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Support the development and execution of audio tuning strategies for various vehicle platforms .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,480 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audio tuning strategies and vehicle audio systems, with a strong background in acoustic engineering and audio signal processing. Proficient in collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality audio performance and adherence to design specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Audio System TuningAcoustic EngineeringAudio Signal ProcessingMATLAB ProgrammingCritical Listening

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Hard Skills

Acoustic MeasurementData CollectionSystem CalibrationSound Engineering TechniquesAudio Testing MethodologiesAcoustic SimulationTransducer EngineeringDSP Systems ValidationAlgorithm DevelopmentPsychoacoustics

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

MATLABCC++PythonMeasurement Tools

Industry Keywords

Automotive AudioVehicle AcousticsAudio Tuning StrategiesSound QualityBenchmarking Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and execution of audio tuning strategies for various vehicle platforms
Tune vehicle audio systems to deliver a superior in-vehicle audio experience
Collaborate with hardware engineers, software developers, vehicle design teams, and other internal and external cross-functional stakeholders
Develop analysis methods and conduct acoustic measurements to verify and maintain sound quality and performance against design specifications and standards
Serve as a resource for model engineering teams and technical expert for in-vehicle acoustics and audio systems
Assist with issue troubleshooting, program delivery, continuous improvement, and benchmarking initiatives
Develop and maintain documentation and best practices for audio system specifications, tuning parameters, tools, and validation results
Stay current on audio technologies, automotive audio trends, acoustic measurement, and vehicle tuning techniques
Support validation of high-performance automotive audio DSP systems from concept through production

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics or related field
3+ years of experience in critical listening and tuning vehicle audio systems
3+ years of experience in acoustic, amplifier, or transducer engineering, audio signal processing, psychoacoustics, or automotive audio system integration
3+ years of experience in acoustic simulation and modeling, data collection, and analysis with measurement and system calibration tools
Specific experience in at least 2 of the following: recording technology, acoustic theory, sound engineering techniques, critical listening, sound system design, audio testing methodologies
Knowledge of MATLAB, C, C++, Python, algorithm development, and programming is advantageous
Background in music and passion for automotive audio systems, particularly DSP and vehicle acoustics is advantageous
Willingness to travel as needed to train and support model engineering teams
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time