Lynker Corporation, in strategic partnership with Fisheries Immersed Science Hawaii (FISH) as the FLOAT – the "FISH" and "Lynker" Ocean Alliance Team Joint Venture, is seeking motivated Acoustician to join interdisciplinary field teams on vessel-based research surveys for NOAA’s ProTech Fisheries 2.0 program. Employment in this role is contingent upon FLOAT being awarded the contract by NOAA.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain towed hydrophone arrays, sonobuoys, and passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) equipment on research vessels.
• Detect, classify, and localize marine mammal sounds using PAMGuard or similar software.
• Archive, back up, and summarize collected acoustic datasets daily; contribute to survey daily QA/QC and written reports.
• Troubleshoot and repair acoustic hardware/software and maintain equipment logs and data archives.
• Support deployment and retrieval of acoustic equipment as directed by Lead Acoustician or Survey Leader.
• Report deviations from standard protocols and assist with process improvement.
• Collaborate with visual observer teams, participate in daily safety and project briefings, and support project goals.
• Flexibility and willingness to work extended durations at sea, including night or rotating shifts.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in marine biology, oceanography, engineering, bioacoustics, or related field.
• Minimum 1 month cumulative experience operating field hydrophone arrays on large research vessels.
• Demonstrated experience with PAMGuard or comparable acoustic software.
• Proficiency in marine mammal acoustic signature identification and practical application of field data QA/QC methodologies.
• Knowledge of computer hardware, experience with maintenance/repair of hydrophone arrays and acoustic gear.
• Ability to work at sea for up to several months per deployment, pass pre-employment and pre-cruise medical screening, and complete security (background/fingerprint) checks as required by NOAA.
• Strong data management, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Reference or endorsement from prior technical supervisor (team lead or Lead Acoustician).
• Prior experience as a marine mammal acoustician on NOAA or similar research vessels.
• Experience in cross-training or serving as marine mammal observer.
• Experience in training/supporting junior team members on passive acoustic techniques.

Work Environment:

This position requires extensive time spent at sea, irregular work hours, and teamwork in challenging conditions. Flexibility with travel, ability to work in international waters, and readiness for short-notice deployment are expected.

About Lynker

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in fisheries, marine science, and environmental research. With a commitment to scientific excellence and resource stewardship, Lynker leverages technical expertise and advanced field operations to support the management and conservation of aquatic resources and protected species. environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. We are a growing, employee-owned small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement. We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

*This position is advertised through our joint venture, FLOAT—a partnership between Lynker and Fish, serving NOAA ProTech Fisheries.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.