Marine Mechanical Engineer at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, MaritimeIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
  • 2+ years designing, analyzing, and testing complex mechanical systems
  • Strong fundamentals in core engineering concepts, including solid mechanics, machine design, statics, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
  • Proven experience with product development and the entirety of the product life cycle
  • Proficiency with CAD and finite element analysis software, such as SolidWorks and FEMAP
  • Demonstrated success developing innovative solutions to a broad range of mechanical engineering problems
  • U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, or certain other individuals as defined by U.S. law) due to access to export-controlled information

Responsibilities

  • Own the design and development of hardware through the entire engineering design lifecycle: establishing design criteria, conducting preliminary & final design, holding design reviews, building prototypes, and validating designs through analysis and test
  • Design innovative mechanical solutions using multiple fabrication methods including sheet metal forming, machining, welding, mechanical fastening, and bonding
  • Document hardware designs by creating detailed engineering drawings applying ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
  • Perform stress and mechanical tolerance studies, develop testing procedures, and generate appropriate test reports to document analysis outcomes
  • Develop testing methods to validate product capabilities to satisfy internal and customer design criteria

Skills

Mechanical Design
GD&T
ASME Y14.5
Sheet Metal Forming
Machining
Welding
Mechanical Fastening
Bonding
Stress Analysis
Solid Mechanics
Prototyping
Testing

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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