Build/Tooling Engineering Manager at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, MaritimeIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience managing successful build or tooling engineering teams
Familiarity with maritime industry standards including ABS and coast guard regulations
Strong fundamentals in core engineering principles, including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
Experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships
Strong knowledge with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX)
Deep familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances
Strong communication skills across engineers, technicians, quality teams, and leadership
Comfortable working in an industrial shipyard environment
U.S. Person status as defined by U.S. law (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, etc.)

Responsibilities

Manage tooling requests, development, and validation across all Saronic products
Manage the build engineering team to ensure internal and external standards for configuration management and build approach are met
Coordinate build and tooling engineering efforts to prioritize efforts and rapidly respond to technical and schedule challenges
Operate as a leadership liaison between engineering and production teams to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction
Manage non-conformances tickets, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans
Manage and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) across products—ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification
Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts
Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations
Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CADConfiguration ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisEngineering Change OrdersTooling EngineeringBuild EngineeringABSMechanical EngineeringNaval Architecture

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Saronic offer?

Saronic provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% premium coverage for employees and 80% for dependents), generous PTO and holidays, paid parental leave, and competitive industry-standard salaries with performance opportunities.

What is the salary range for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require on-site work?

The role requires working in an industrial shipyard environment and experience working in a shipyard or onboard ships.

What qualifications and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field; 5+ years managing build or tooling teams; familiarity with maritime standards like ABS and Coast Guard; strong engineering fundamentals; CAD software knowledge (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX); and experience interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances.

What makes a strong candidate for this Build Engineering Manager role?

A strong candidate has 5+ years managing build or tooling teams in shipyards, expertise in CAD and technical drawings, familiarity with maritime regulations, and strong communication skills to coordinate across engineering, production, and leadership.

Saronic

Develops advanced autonomous surface vessels

About Saronic

Saronic Technologies develops Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) that enhance the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. These vessels utilize adaptive path planning, passive sensors, and advanced algorithms, along with edge computing, to effectively identify and track targets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, using resilient multichannel communications to support both manned and unmanned operations. Saronic Technologies differentiates itself by focusing on military and defense clients, aiming to improve situational awareness, extend operational reach, and enhance survivability during maritime missions. The company's goal is to provide solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operational strategies or support new maritime tactics, generating revenue through the sale of ASVs and related customization services.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$223.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from other defense tech startups threatens Saronic's market share.

Rapid AI advancements may require costly updates to maintain competitive ASV systems.

Geopolitical tensions could hinder international collaborations and foreign government sales.

Differentiation

Saronic integrates AI, hardware, and software into scalable, fully integrated maritime platforms.

Their ASVs feature adaptive path planning and advanced algorithms for effective target tracking.

Saronic's multichannel communications enable seamless manned-unmanned teaming in contested environments.

Upsides

Raised $175M in Series B funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation in 2024.

Growing demand for autonomous vessels in defense and commercial sectors boosts market potential.

AI integration in ASVs enhances decision-making and operational efficiency for maritime missions.

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