M&P Engineer - Metallics at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, Maritime, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in aerospace and/or marine metallic materials and processes development
  • Knowledge of corrosion science, coatings, and protective systems for marine and aerospace environments
  • Hands-on experience with welding and joining processes, weld procedure qualification, and NDI methods
  • Familiarity with structural alloys (aluminum, titanium, steels, nickel alloys) and their corrosion and fatigue behaviors
  • Experience interpreting and applying standards (ASTM, AWS D1.1/D17.1, MIL-STD, SAE, ISO, DNV, etc.)
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating material performance data
  • Excellent communication skills, with ability to produce clear technical documentation and specifications

Responsibilities

  • Develop and qualify metallic material allowables and process specifications for marine and aerospace structures
  • Lead corrosion prevention and protection initiatives, including protective coatings, anodizing, passivation, sealants, and cathodic protection methods
  • Define and validate welding and joining processes (fusion welding, friction stir welding, brazing, mechanical fastening) for structural metals
  • Support test programs to evaluate fatigue, fracture toughness, and corrosion performance of metallic alloys
  • Provide guidance on marine environment durability of alloys, coatings, and assemblies
  • Interface with suppliers and test labs to ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ASTM, AWS, MIL-STD, ISO, DNV)
  • Troubleshoot metallurgical issues including weld defects, corrosion failures, and material non-conformance
  • Document and maintain metallic material property databases, process specifications, and qualification records
  • Support certification efforts by generating technical justification and substantiation packages for materials and processes
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective action for process and material non-conformances
  • Lead or support continuous improvement activities that inform design-for-cost and design-for-manufacturing activities
  • Collaborate with certification teams to provide technical justification and documentation for material allowables used in structural substantiation

Skills

Metallic Materials
Material Allowables
Corrosion Prevention
Protective Coatings
Anodizing
Passivation
Sealants
Cathodic Protection
Fusion Welding
Friction Stir Welding
Brazing
Mechanical Fastening
Fatigue Testing
Fracture Toughness
Corrosion Performance
ASTM
AWS
MIL-STD
ISO
DNV

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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