Control Systems Engineer - Noise Cancellation
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 2, 2026. Bose scores B on the Alion truth index.
At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth - and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job Description
Bose is a research company dedicated to developing breakthrough technologies and quality products that enrich people's lives. We created the market for noise cancelling headphonesandset a high bar for performance.Wealsoleadinnovationinautomotive noise cancellation, providing active solutions to take cost and weight out of vehicles.
Bose is looking for aseniorhands-on control systems engineer to implement and refine low-latency, real-time algorithms for noise cancellationfor both consumer electronics and automotive applications. The candidate will work within multi-disciplinary teams to optimize industry-leading noise reduction control systems and DSP algorithms to createnext-generation experiencesfor our customers.
Consumer electronics and automotive applications presentvery differentchallenges and levels of cancellation performance. Our group supportsadiverserange of applications, maturingactive solutions to address automotive cabin noise (powertrain/drivetrain/road noise/wind noise)as well ashigh performanceANC in headphones and earbuds.
Responsibilities:
Bose seeks asenior control systems engineerwho is passionate about innovation andbringingpractical solutions to wow our customers.
Design, implement, and test feedback and adaptive feedforward control systems for noise cancelling headphonesand automotiveapplications using rapid prototyping HW
Conduct and oversee electroacoustic and vibration measurements and perform analyses of results
Brainstorming and evaluation of new narrowband/wideband feedforward/feedback algorithms in collaboration with the larger researchcommunity
Development and handoffofsoftware, unit tests, validationplansand tools to downstreamdevelopmentteams
Support legacy noise cancellation algorithms
Collaborate with engineering team members acrossmultipledisciplinesboth upstream in research and downstream in development, application, and concepting
Hybrid positionin Framingham, MA campus(fixedin-officecore dayswithsomeremote work). Hands-onapplicationsoccasionallyrequiresfull time in-office work
Up to10%internationaland domestic travel to support customer-facing teams, working effectively in a variety of cultures isa must
Qualifications & Experience:
MS degree in Electrical, Mechanicalor Acoustical Engineering with6+yearsindustry experience in control systems designor alternatively a PhD degreewith 3+ yearsof industryexperience
Solid understanding of fundamentalclassicalcontrol system theory,stability analysis, adaptive filtering(FxLMS), and digital filter theory and practice
Experience in developing and deploying real-time algorithms to embedded platforms (FPGA experience is desirable) using fundamental DSP methods/techniques
Experience with MATLAB and Simulink for data analysis,simulationand visualization
Working understanding of physical acoustics, sensor technologies(microphones and accelerometers), automotive NVH is desirable
Experience using various techniques for robust data acquisition
Demonstrated capabilitytosolve ill-defined problems with creative and innovative solutions and methods
Ability to resiliently adapt to rapidly changing constraints,prioritiesand requirements, whilemaintainingthe highest performance standards
Demonstrated creativity, self-motivation, andstrong communicationskills
Join ourteam,make adifferenceand shape the future sound!
At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $156,200-$214,700.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company-driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next-pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.