Electrical Test Engineer

Position Overview:

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Test Engineer to join our team. The engineer’s responsibilities include improving existing multi-disciplinary systems related to developing new autonomous vehicle concepts and prototypes. Technical activities include engineering, designing, 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 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 includes on marine environments.
• Identify trends in runtime and failures of ASV components, subsystems, and system through continual analysis of expansive datasets.
• Identifying areas of weakness in the systems and processes and making recommendations for improvement.
• Responsibilities culminate in creating ASV platforms and the software to interface with them.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field, with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals, including first-principles analysis, numerical methods, simulation modeling, and FEA
• Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical systems including operation, maintenance, diagnosis, testing, and repair
• Proficient in power systems analysis, low-voltage and 3-phase AC systems, electrical schematics, and SPICE-based circuit simulation
• Experience with PCB design, sensor integration, data acquisition, and networking protocols (Ethernet, CAN J1939, serial)
• Skilled in software development using Rust, C/C++, Linux, and Python
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments
• Experience in autonomous systems, including navigation and computer vision for autonomous vehicles
• Background in marine and maritime systems, including surface, subsurface, and offshore operations
• Proficient in CAD modeling, generating technical documentation (drawings, schematics, BOMs, and work instructions), and performing structural FEA (static, dynamic, modal)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.