Saronic Technologies jobs

Manufacturing Engineer - Wire Harnessing Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes for wire harness assemblies that are used in autonomous marine vehicles. This role ensures production efficiency, product quality, cost control, and compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and internal standards. The engineer will serve as the technical liaison between design engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams to support new product introduction (NPI) and ongoing production operations. Responsibilities - Provide day-to-day technical support for wire harness manufacturing operations (cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, overmolding, braiding, labeling, continuity testing, etc.). - Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). - Optimize cycle times, workstation layouts, and material flow using Lean manufacturing principles. - Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues (e.g., crimp pull failures, misrouting, labeling errors, test failures). - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve first-pass yield (FPY), reduce scrap, and increase throughput. - Collaborate with design engineering to review harness drawings, schematics, and BOMs for manufacturability (DFM/DFA). - Develop process flows, tooling requirements, and capital equipment justifications for new harness builds. - Design and implement assembly fixtures, test boards, and poka-yoke devices. - Support pilot builds and production ramp-up activities. - Specify and validate tooling and wire processing equipment. - Ensure calibration and preventative maintenance schedules for assembly

Shipyard Optimization Manager Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview Saronic Technologies is seeking a Shipyard Optimization Manager to serve as a technical authority for shipyard build strategy, facility architecture, manufacturing engineering, operational flow, and automation integration. This is a senior, architect-level SME role responsible for supporting the definition of how ships are built and ensuring that facilities, equipment, automation, and operations are structurally aligned to a throughput-driven production system. This role exists to ensure that facility design is driven by production logic rather than forcing build strategy to adapt to fixed infrastructure. Core Responsibilities - Define shipyard build strategies by vessel class, including panel lines, sub-assembly, and block assembly requirements, and pre-outfitting depth - Serve as a reviewer of facility layouts and spatial design - Integrate manufacturing engineering principles into facility and process design - Define and validate automation opportunities that create structural advantage - Advise on major equipment and crane selection strategies - Translate technical trade-offs into clear decision frameworks for leadership Required Experience & Background - 10+ years of experience across shipyard facilities, manufacturing engineering, and operations. - Demonstrated experience designing or transforming shipyard facilities - Deep familiarity with block construction, heavy lift operations, and material flow Strongly Preferred Experience - Greenfield shipyard or major brownfield re-architecture projects - Experience in high-throughput global shipyards or equivalent heavy industry - Involvement in automated

Commissioning Master Mariner, Marauder Franklin, LA, Franklin, Louisiana, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Position Overview: Saronic is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Captain to conduct the end of line testing and commissioning of our mid-sized autonomous surface vessel, Marauder. In this critical role, you will ensure the safe and efficient navigation of the vessel, while conducting commissioning tests and builder sea trial testing operations in support of cutting-edge autonomous systems development. Your responsibilities will include supervising the onboard crew, monitoring vessel performance, managing operational systems, and collaborating closely with onshore teams to achieve mission objectives. You will play a pivotal role in the planning and execution of autonomous vessel operations, contributing significantly to both testing and commissioning initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in maritime operations, exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, and demonstrate effective leadership skills. A steadfast commitment to safety and adherence to maritime regulations is essential for ensuring the highest standards in vessel operations. Responsibilities: - Vessel Operations: - Ensure the safe navigation and operation of the vessel at all times including when in autonomous control. - Effectively manage and supervise the onboard crew to foster a high-performance team environment. - Collaborate with shoreside personnel and onboard crew to ensure successful testing of autonomous systems and adherence to commissioning plans. - Assist in the planning and execution of vessel missions aimed at developing

Senior Marine Maintenance Engineer San Diego, CA, San Diego, California, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a Senior Marine Maintenance Engineer to serve as the technical authority and team lead for maintenance supporting Saronic's 150+ ft. Marauder platform. This role is equivalent to a Chief Engineer / First Assistant Engineer (1AE) in a traditional shipboard structure and is responsible for planning, executing, and certifying maintenance cycles. You will own the development of technical standards, execution quality, regulatory compliance, and lead a team supporting all vessel systems. In the near-term, you will be responsible for execution of maintenance, as well as contributing to the development of a global maintenance organization for medium to large autonomous surface vessels. In the mid-to-far-term, you will lead a maintenance team which will execute focused maintenance periods both in the US and in foreign ports. Responsibilities Technical Authority - Serve as lead engineer responsible for all vessel systems, including: - Propulsion (diesel engines, waterjets, shafting, transmissions) - Automation, controls, and sensor systems - Electrical generation and distribution - Auxiliary systems (pumps, HVAC, Fuel, lube oil, cooling) - Lead integrated system troubleshooting across disciplines - Approve maintenance actions aligned with OEM and regulatory requirements Maintenance Execution & Planning - Plan and execute 48-hour maintenance availabilities (MRO periods) - Develop PM/CM strategies across vessel systems - Manage CMMS planning, backlog and execution tracking

Senior NetSuite Developer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior NetSuite Developer to join our growing Enterprise Technology team. This role will lead the architecture, design, and optimization of our NetSuite ERP platform in support of Finance, Accounting, and Manufacturing operations. The position requires deep technical expertise in NetSuite development, strong ERP process knowledge, and the ability to design scalable, compliant, and well-governed enterprise solutions. You will work closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Enterprise Technology stakeholders to translate complex operational requirements into robust system designs. This role emphasizes architectural discipline, integration design, internal controls, and long-term platform scalability within structured and compliance-driven environments. Responsibilities - Architect, design, and maintain scalable NetSuite solutions using SuiteScript, SuiteFlow, SuiteTalk, and SuiteBuilder. - Translate complex Finance, Accounting, and Manufacturing requirements into robust, supportable system configurations. - Lead ERP-MES integration design, ensuring reliable and secure data flow between manufacturing systems and NetSuite. - Support advanced manufacturing operations including BOMs, routings, WIP, inventory, demand planning, and cost accounting. - Design and optimize Procure-to-Pay processes, including PO lifecycle governance, approval workflows, and transaction state controls. - Simplify and automate vendor onboarding processes with proper validations, compliance checks, and approval controls. - Establish CI/CD practices and structured deployment governance, including version control of scripts and configuration metadata across environments. - Ensure strong internal controls, segregation

R&D Test Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Test Engineer to join our team. This engineer's responsibilities include improving existing multi-disciplinary systems related to developing new autonomous vehicle concepts and prototypes. They will participate in technical activities including engineering, designing, and testing of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software driven systems in the process of developing various autonomous vehicle systems. The ideal candidate must be able to draw on a wide range of engineering principles and work within demanding timeframes and develop original, practical solutions to technical and logistical problems. Responsibilities - Understanding the technical requirements, problems, or client briefs and developing solutions that satisfy the requirements. - Engage in engineering, designing, prototype development, and enhancing electro-mechanical systems and software for autonomous vehicles and related devices and subsystems. - Apply fundamental engineering principles, best practices, and analysis in areas including mechanical, electrical, electronics, and software. - Conducting research, documenting findings, and presenting reports. - Develop design documents for parts, sub-systems, and final integrated systems. - Selecting the required tools and materials for the manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance process. - Integration of electro-mechanical systems and software into a fully integrated system. - Proof of concept, functionality, and reliability testing of components, sub-systems, and fully integrated systems. - Participate and lead testing efforts in the laboratory and in the field which

Environmental Permitting and Compliance Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking an ambitious and collaborative Environmental Engineer to join the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team to support the development and operation of Saronic's Port Alpha shipyard. This role will serve as the on-site environmental lead responsible for environmental due diligence, permitting, monitoring, and compliance across all phases of site development and shipyard operations. The Environmental Engineer will support the transition of a coastal site into a fully operational shipyard, which may include greenfield development, redevelopment of previously used industrial properties, or brownfield remediation. In addition, this role will oversee environmental compliance programs related to air quality, water quality, stormwater management, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials, while supporting environmental monitoring and regulatory reporting. The Environmental Engineer will partner with engineering, construction, and operations teams to reduce environmental risk and ensure regulatory compliance during the development and operation of Port Alpha Responsibilities - Environmental Due Diligence & Site Assessments - Lead environmental due diligence activities including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), site investigations, and coordination with environmental consultants. - Evaluate and manage environmental risks associated with greenfield and brownfield site development, including site characterization, remediation planning, and regulatory closure strategies where applicable. Environmental Permitting & Waterfront Development - Develop and execute the environmental permitting strategy for shipyard development

Fleet Program Manager Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary: The Fleet Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive training and certification programs for all drivers operating Saronic vehicles. This role ensures that all drivers meet internal safety standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and operational expectations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-focused, and an effective communicator with a strong understanding of vehicle operations and training best practices. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and Manage Training Programs: Design, implement, and continuously improve driver training programs tailored to different vehicle types, driver roles, and levels of experience. - Driver Certification & Compliance: Ensure all drivers are properly certified to operate specific classes of company vehicles. Track and manage the certification and re-certification process in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and other applicable regulations. - Onboarding New Drivers: Conduct onboarding training sessions for new drivers, including safety protocols, company policies, vehicle operation procedures, and route training as needed. - Ongoing Training & Evaluation: Schedule and conduct recurring training, safety refreshers, and skills assessments. Identify knowledge gaps and provide targeted training solutions. - Maintain Training Records: Maintain detailed, up-to-date training records for all drivers. Ensure documentation meets internal standards and external audit requirements. - Collaborate with Fleet & Safety Teams: Work closely with Fleet Managers, Safety Officers, and HR to align training with operational goals and safety initiatives.

Shipyard Build Strategy Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview The Build Strategy & Throughput engineer support defining how ships are built in a way that directly informs how the shipyard itself is designed. This role sits at the intersection of product definition, build strategy, and facility architecture, ensuring that buildings, cranes, transport routes, and production flow are optimized for throughput, repeatability, and scalability. This role exists to ensure that facility design is driven by production logic rather than forcing build strategy to adapt to fixed infrastructure. Core Responsibilities - Define block-based build strategies explicitly compatible with facility geometry and crane systems - Establish block size, weight, and envelope targets that optimize throughput and flow - Translate vessel class, annual build rate, and steel tonnage into facility capacity requirements - Define pre-outfitting rules that maximize upstream labor and minimize shipboard work - Identify and eliminate facility-driven throughput bottlenecks early in design - Ensure material flow supports parallel workstreams and predictable sequencing - Integrate build strategy across facilities, heavy lift, manufacturing engineering, and design teams Required Experience & Skills - Experience in block-based ship construction or heavy modular fabrication environments - Strong understanding of crane-driven production systems and facility constraints - Demonstrated throughput and production-flow mindset - Ability to work early with incomplete information to shape irreversible facility decisions - Comfort operating at the interface

Manufacturing Tooling Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview The Manufacturing Tooling Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of tooling, fixtures, and production equipment used in manufacturing processes. This role ensures tooling supports efficient, repeatable, and high-quality production while meeting cost and safety targets. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to support manufacturing operations - Collaborate with product design and manufacturing teams to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) - Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing and validating production tooling - Create detailed CAD models and engineering drawings (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX) - Select appropriate materials and manufacturing methods for tooling (machining, casting, additive, etc.) - Manage tooling fabrication, vendor coordination, and procurement processes - Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and ensure tooling meets dimensional requirements - Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime - Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, cost reduction, and quality - Develop and maintain tooling documentation, including work instructions and maintenance procedures - Ensure compliance with safety, ergonomic, and regulatory standards - Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA/CAPA) for production issues Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field - 2-5+ years of experience in tooling design or manufacturing engineering - Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens

Welding Engineer Franklin, LA, Franklin, Louisiana, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. We are seeking a Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) with strong experience in aluminum shipbuilding and mixed-alloy marine systems to support our Gulf Coast shipyard operations. This role will oversee welding engineering activities across our production lines, including aluminum hulls and superstructures, aluminum piping, copper-nickel piping, carbon steel, and stainless steel fabrication. The Welding Engineer is essential in ensuring robust welding processes and facilitating the scaling of welding processes and equipment. This role is responsible for researching, validating, and integrating new and advanced welding equipment and processes seamlessly into the shipyard's capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated welding assets and software enhancements. Welding Engineers at Saronic-Franklin are expected to have the knowledge, skill, and ability to accomplish the below: Key Responsibilities · Develop and qualify WPS/PQRs for aluminum (5xxx/6xxx series), CuNi piping, carbon steel, and stainless steel applications · Provide hands-on technical support to production teams working with GMAW (MIG), FCAW, GTAW (TIG), and SMAW processes · Oversee welding of marine piping systems , including copper-nickel (CuNi 90/10, 70/30), ensuring corrosion resistance and proper procedures · Address distortion control and heat input challenges specific to aluminum structures · Support inspection and QA teams with weld acceptance criteria and NDT methods (UT, RT, MT, PT) · Troubleshoot weld discontinuities across

Site Quality Manager (NDT Level 3) Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview Saronic is seeking a highly experienced Quality Manager (NDT Level III) to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) for a new shipbuilding site. This individual will play a critical role in establishing quality standards, inspection frameworks, and process controls across welding, fabrication, and machining operations. The Quality Manager will be responsible for building and leading the site quality organization while partnering closely with operations, engineering, and production teams to ensure adherence to critical quality requirements. This role requires deep expertise in non-destructive testing (NDT), welding inspection, and ISO-based QMS implementation in a manufacturing or shipbuilding environment. Responsibilities - QMS Development and Implementation: - Lead the development and deployment of a site-wide Quality Management System from the ground up, aligned with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001). - Define quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and documentation systems. - Establish document control, corrective and preventive action (CAPA), and audit processes. - Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality requirements. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives and quality metrics tracking Quality Team Development: - Build and scale a high-performing quality team, including inspectors, NDT technicians, and quality engineers. - Define roles, responsibilities, and competency requirements for all quality personnel. - Develop training programs and certification pathways for NDT and inspection

Material Expeditor Lead Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview The Expeditor Team Lead is a hands-on leader responsible for coordinating the daily flow of materials through the production floor, ensuring timely availability of parts and components to meet build schedules. This role bridges production, materials, and engineering-proactively identifying potential bottlenecks, resolving shortages, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who leads by example, adapts to changing priorities, and motivates the team toward achieving production goals. Responsibilities - Lead and coordinate a team of material expeditors to execute and adjust daily priorities based on real-time production needs. - Collaborate with production, supply chain, and engineering to identify and resolve material shortages before they impact schedules. - Monitor WIP locations and ensure timely material movement between receiving, kitting, production, and shipping. - Ensure ERP/MRP transactions (issues, transfers, and tracking) are accurate and timely. - Identify and address potential bottlenecks before they affect production, implementing proactive solutions. - Drive continuous improvement in expediting processes, material flow, and communication between teams. - Train, mentor, and motivate team members to promote accountability, teamwork, and proactive engagement. - Support cross-functional initiatives to achieve weekly and monthly production goals. Qualifications - 3-5 years of experience in production control, materials, or shop floor expediting. - 1-3 years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment. - Strong

Training Program Manager, MUSV Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary: Saronic is seeking a highly experienced maritime professional to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the training pipeline supporting Marauder, our mid-sized autonomous surface vessel (MUSV). In this critical role, you will own the qualification and readiness of MUSV-specific Mission Operations personnel by designing and managing a comprehensive training program that produces safe, proficient operators capable of conducting autonomous vessel missions in dynamic maritime environments. You will transform operational experience into structured curriculum, certification standards, and performance evaluation frameworks while working closely with vessel captains, engineers, and autonomy developers, and shoreside operations teams. This role plays a central part in scaling operations by ensuring personnel readiness keeps pace with vessel development, testing, and deployment. The ideal candidate combines deep maritime command experience with a strong ability to mentor, instruct, and build structured training programs in technically complex and rapidly evolving operational environments. Responsibilities: - Training Program Ownership - Design, implement, and manage the end-to-end training and certification pipeline for MUSV operations and support personnel. - Establish operator qualification standards, progression tracks, and currency requirements. - Develop scalable training throughput plans aligned with operational growth. - Maintain centralized training records, certification status, and personnel readiness tracking. - Standardize training processes across test, development, and operational deployments. Curriculum Development & Instruction -

Physical Security Systems Administrator Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Physical Security Systems Administrator with 5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise physical security platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in cloud-based access control systems such as Verkada, Alta Access, Feenics, or similar platforms, along with a proven track record of administering, optimizing, and securing access control and video surveillance environments in complex organizational settings. This role is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of physical security systems to ensure the safety of personnel, facilities, and assets. Key Responsibilities: - Administer and maintain cloud-based access control platforms (e.g., Verkada, Alta Access, Feenics). - Manage system configuration including users, roles, credentials, schedules, door groups, and hardware devices. - Support programming of access control systems for new construction and facility expansions, including panel configuration, reader assignments, door logic, alarm inputs/outputs, and elevator control integration. - Oversee system commissioning, functional testing, acceptance testing, and turnover documentation. - Monitor system health, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and coordinate repairs with vendors. - Maintain security system documentation including system architecture, SOPs, and access control policies. - Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST 800, FIPS). - Support security audits and investigations by generating reports, reviewing logs, and analyzing access data. - Partner

Inventory Control Manager Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States, San Diego, CA Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a Inventory Control Manager to develop and lead our product support infrastructure Saronic's 150+ ft. Marauder platform. In this role, you will contribute to the development of systems and teams that ensure mission-critical hardware and software function reliably in the field - providing real-time assistance, spare part coordination, and long-term sustainment planning for customers. This role is ideal for a support leader with experience in complex technical products, military customer engagement, and the design of scalable support processes in an early-stage environment. Responsibilities - Build and manage the frontline support organization responsible for triaging issues, logging field reports, and providing customer assistance - Contribute to development of product support materials including manuals, training documents, and troubleshooting guides - Define escalation procedures and service level expectations for mission-critical deployments - Collaborate with engineering and depot teams to identify reliability issues and drive corrective action - Track and report metrics on issue volume, response time, platform uptime, and fielded system health - Oversee spare parts fulfillment, RMA workflows, and replacement strategies in collaboration with supply chain - Lead support readiness reviews and customer enablement for new platform deliveries - Coordinate with mission operations and sales teams to ensure customer satisfaction and feedback loops Qualifications Required - 8+ years of experience in

Shipyard Technical Manager Franklin, LA, Franklin, Louisiana, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. As the Shipyard Technical Manager at Saronic-Franklin, you will lead the technical execution and operational integration of Production and Engineering activities across the shipyard. This role is responsible for ensuring vessel construction activities are technically sound, production-ready, efficiently executed, and aligned with quality, schedule, and safety objectives. The Shipyard Technical Manager will oversee the production engineering team, which supports scheduling, planning, production flow analysis and improvement, industrial engineering activities, and provides expertise across all labor trades in the shipyard. The Shipyard Technical Manager will also oversee the Manufacturing Engineering team, which supports workstation tooling, processes, and improvements, operates the machine shop, and recommends product design improvements. Finally, the Shipyard Technical Manager will work directly with the Design Engineering and Build Engineering leadership to ensure cross-functional agreement on product design improvements. This position plays a critical role in enabling scalable and repeatable vessel construction operations within a fast-paced maritime manufacturing environment. Key Areas of Responsibility 1. Team Leadership: Manage, train, and motivate a team of production and manufacturing engineering personnel, including hiring, performance evaluations, and professional development. 2. Engineering Oversight: Ensure production and manufacturing engineering deliverables support efficient vessel construction, including work packages, installation planning, technical issue resolution, and production readiness. 3. Production and Manufacturing Engineering Management: Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to production flow, scheduling,

Shipyard Manufacturing Engineering Manager Franklin, LA, Franklin, Louisiana, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. As the Shipyard Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Saronic-Franklin, you will lead the technical execution and operational integration of Manufacturing Engineering activities across the shipyard. This role is responsible for ensuring vessel construction activities are technically sound, production-ready, efficiently executed, and aligned with quality, schedule, and safety objectives. The Shipyard Manufacturing Engineering Manager will oversee the Manufacturing Engineering team, which supports workstation tooling, processes, and improvements, operates the machine shop, and develops manufacturing facility improvements. Finally, the Shipyard Manufacturing Engineering Manager will work directly with the Design Engineering and Production Engineering leadership to ensure cross-functional agreement on product design improvements. This position plays a critical role in enabling scalable and repeatable vessel construction operations within a fast-paced maritime manufacturing environment. Key Areas of Responsibility 1. Team Leadership: Manage, train, and motivate a team of manufacturing engineering personnel, including hiring, performance evaluations, and professional development. 2. Engineering Oversight: Ensure manufacturing engineering deliverables support efficient vessel construction, including work packages, installation planning, technical issue resolution, and production readiness. 3. Manufacturing Engineering Management: Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to production flow, scheduling, planning, build sequencing, and technical operations performance. Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling strategies, workflow layouts, and resource utilization to improve workstation efficiency, reduce waste, and support scalable shipyard operations. 4. Production Engineering Coordination: Coordinate with

Sub-Assembly Technician Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Sub Assembly Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be integral to assembling and integrating sub-systems and components for our autonomous surface vessels. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, electronics, and troubleshooting in a high-tech environment. Responsibilities - Assemble and integrate sub-systems and components according to engineering specifications and production guidelines. - Perform detailed inspections and testing of sub-assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards and functional requirements. - Utilize hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to complete assembly tasks. - Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to address assembly issues and implement improvements. - Maintain accurate records of assembly processes, including any deviations or issues encountered. - Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a clean and organized work environment. - Contribute to the development of assembly procedures and best practices. - Assist in the development and maintenance of technical documentation for assembly processes. - Strip, crimp, and assemble wire harnesses to engineering drawings. - Identify and utilize hand tools, power tools. Qualifications - High School Diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in a related field is a plus. - Proven experience as a technician or assembler, preferably in a high-tech or aerospace environment. - Strong understanding of

Principal/Sr. Principal Electrical R&D Test Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Principal/Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer to join the R&D Test Team. The engineer's responsibilities include improving existing multi-disciplinary systems and leading the development of new autonomous vehicle concepts and prototypes. Technical activities include engineering, designing, building, and testing of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software driven systems in the process of developing various autonomous vehicle systems. The candidate must be able to draw on a wide range of engineering principles, work within demanding timeframes, and develop original, practical solutions to complex technical and logistical problems while operating with a high degree of autonomy. Responsibilities - Understanding the technical requirements, problems, or client briefs and developing solutions that satisfy the requirements - Lead engineering, design, and prototype development of electro-mechanical systems and software for autonomous vehicles and related devices and subsystems - Apply advanced engineering principles, best practices, and analysis in areas including mechanical, electrical, electronics, and software - Conduct applied research, document findings, and present reports to internal stakeholders - Develop and review design documents for parts, sub-systems, and fully integrated systems - Select and evaluate tools, components, and materials for manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance processes - Lead integration of electro-mechanical systems and software into fully integrated systems - Lead proof of concept, functionality, and reliability testing of

Marine Compliance Engineer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a talented and motivated Marine Compliance Engineer to support the design, analysis, and development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional ship design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation. Responsibilities: - Advise engineering team on applicable maritime standards and regulations - Support reliability engineering team on requirements definition and tracking - Participate in systems engineering activities including concept development, system design, integration, and testing - Perform internal audits for compliance against maritime standards prior to release of drawings to class societies or flag state bodies. - Track and adjudicate comments received from class society reviews - Support the engineering design cycle process as a subject matter expert to ensure teams adhere to our hardware design best practices, and analysis best practices - Develop and maintain engineering design best practices to expedite engineering workflows - Research and stay updated on new developments in naval architecture, marine engineering, autonomous technology, and defense requirements - Maintain up-to-date technical documentation for system requirements, testing requirements, verification and validation Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineer, Ocean Engineering, or a related field - 5+ years of engineering experience in designing to or verify class society rules - Experience working on a

Staff Naval Architect Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a talented and motivated Staff Naval Architect to support the design, analysis, and development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional naval architecture and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation. Responsibilities - Assist in and lead the design, development, and analysis of vessel hull forms, arrangements, structures, and mechanical systems for ASVs - Conduct naval architecture analyses including weight estimates, intact and damaged stability calculations, resistance and propulsion, seakeeping, and maneuvering - Collaborate with other engineers to perform CAD modeling, preliminary structural design, preliminary electrical design, and weight management for vessel development and optimization - Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs - Assist in and lead conducting model and at-sea tests in collaboration with engineers and programmers - Participate in and lead design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts - Research and stay updated on new developments in naval architecture, autonomous technology, and defense requirements - Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use and client presentations Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or higher in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or a related field - 15+ years of engineering experience with expert level technical skills in at least one of the following:

Graphics Programmer Austin, TX, Austin, Texas, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Overview We are seeking a talented Graphics Programmer to join our team in building immersive web applications. You will be responsible for leveraging modern WebGL technologies to create engaging 3D experiences that push the boundaries of what's possible in the browser. Responsibilities: - Develop and optimize 3D graphics systems for web applications using ThreeJS - Implement advanced rendering techniques to achieve high visual quality while maintaining performance - Design and build reusable graphics components and shader systems - Collaborate with designers and other developers to turn visual concepts into technical implementations - Debug and optimize rendering performance across different browsers and devices - Stay current with emerging graphics technologies and best practices in the web space Qualifications: - Strong programming skills (Javascript, Typescript, etc.) with experience building production web applications - Experience with ThreeJS, WebGL, or other web-based graphics libraries - Understanding of fundamental computer graphics concepts (rendering pipelines, shaders, 3D math) - Experience with GLSL shader programming and graphics optimizations - Knowledge of modern web standards and browser capabilities - Ability to balance visual quality with performance constraints - Balance utilizing known/reliable solutions while tracking new technologies to improve usability - Familiarity with web-based mapping SDKs (Mapbox, MapLibre, etc.) - Familiarity with additional 3D frameworks ( Babylon.js , PlayCanvas, etc.) - Background in OpenGL, DirectX, or

Manufacturing Engineer Franklin, LA, Franklin, Louisiana, United States Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary - The Manufacturing Engineer is essential in ensuring robust manufacturing processes and facilitating the scaling of manufacturing processes and equipment. This role is responsible for integrating new and advanced manufacturing equipment seamlessly into the shipyard's capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated manufacturing assets and software enhancements. - Will be required to work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces. - On site training is provided. Technical Knowledge - Ability to operate or learn how to operate manufacturing equipment. - Ability to train others on how to use manufacturing equipment. - Understands manufacturing equipment maintenance requirements and develops a maintenance plan in conjunction with production engineering team. - Can identify emerging needs on the manufacturing floor. - Can identify weak/strong spots in manufacturing equipment and personnel and work with production engineering team to increase efficiency. - Ensure strict adherence to paperwork and requirements for quality and compliance - Can work directly with software engineering team on buildout of shipyard/production management system - Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project Job Proficiency - Executes repair of manufacturing equipment. - Assist in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency. - Support the shipyard's transition