Electrical Engineer – Electronic Safe Arm Fuze Fire Initiation Device 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

B.S. in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 12+ years of experience
Proven leadership in electronic safety system and initiation system design
Expertise in safety, arming, fusing, initiation, integration of ESAD, ESAF, or ISD development
Experience with government safety regulations and standards (OPNAVINST 8020.14B)
Experience with Safety hardware government specification (MIL-STD-1316, MIL-STD-331, MIL-STL-23659, etc.)
Experience with Safety Electronic government standard is preferred (JOTP-051 to JOTP-53)
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (if required)
Experience with defense electronics integration and testing
Multi-disciplinary engineering leadership experience

Responsibilities

Lead the engineering, design, development, and validation of safety, arming, fusing, initiation, integration, ESAD / ESAF for defense applications
Oversee circuit layout, device characterization, prototype development, and testing
Define system architecture and translate customer requirements into hardware designs
Ensure compliance with military and safety standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electronic safety systems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ESADESAFISDSafety Systems DesignFuze DesignCircuit LayoutDevice CharacterizationPrototype DevelopmentSystem TestingMIL-STD-1316MIL-STD-331MIL-STD-23659OPNAVINST 8020.14BDefense Electronics Integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (Saronic pays 100% of employee premiums for medical and 99% for dental/vision, 80% for dependents), generous PTO and holidays, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, stock options, and life/disability insurance.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What are the key skills and experience required for this role?

Requirements include a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of experience, proven leadership in electronic safety and initiation system design, expertise in ESAD/ESAF/ISD development, experience with government safety regulations like OPNAVINST 8020.14B and MIL-STD-1316, and defense electronics integration.

What is the compensation like for this role?

The position offers industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

What makes a strong candidate for this Electrical Engineer position?

A strong candidate will have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of experience, leadership in electronic safety and initiation systems, expertise in ESAD/ESAF/ISD, and familiarity with military safety standards like MIL-STD-1316; multi-disciplinary leadership and defense electronics experience are also key.

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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