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What is an acoustic sensor operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreAcoustic Sensor OperatorUS Average
Salary
4.0

Avg. Salary $51,603

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
2.6
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.73%

Asian 5.42%

Black or African American 11.40%

Hispanic or Latino 18.46%

Unknown 6.37%

White 57.62%

Gender

female 19.35%

male 80.65%

Age - 22
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 22

Key steps to become an acoustic sensor operator

  1. Explore acoustic sensor operator education requirements

    Most common acoustic sensor operator degrees

    Bachelor's

    70.0 %

    High School Diploma

    10.0 %

    Diploma

    10.0 %
  2. Start to develop specific acoustic sensor operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Acoustic Sensor87.68%
    Aircraft Systems12.32%
  3. Research acoustic sensor operator duties and responsibilities

    • Lead tactical collection, identification and intermediate analysis of real-time ELINT.
    • Report to NSA on critical areas regarding Soviet/Russian capabilities and operations.
    • Report to NSA on critical areas regarding Soviet/Russian capabilities and operations.
  4. Apply for acoustic sensor operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an acoustic sensor operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average acoustic sensor operator salary

The average acoustic sensor operator salary in the United States is $51,603 per year or $25 per hour. Acoustic sensor operator salaries range between $24,000 and $108,000 per year.

Average acoustic sensor operator salary
$51,603 Yearly
$24.81 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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