Perception Systems Engineer at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, MaritimeIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years designing complex mechanical and electrical systems
Strong engineering fundamentals
Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of sensors and structures
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
Experience with engineering trade studies, tolerance stack up analysis, hand calculations & finite element analysis and testing of integrated systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred
Experience with maritime autonomy challenges such as dynamic environments, variable lighting, and low-contrast targets
Proven success developing & integrating optical and sensing systems on maritime or aerospace platforms
Experience with design and testing for shock and vibration environments
Prior experience working on DoD programs or unmanned maritime systems
A professional engineering license or similar professional certification

Responsibilities

Technical expert on perception systems and their integration on Saronic's products
Collaborates in a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers that specialize in perception system design, analysis, building and test
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to define requirements and plan validation methods for Saronic’s perception system
Ensures that technical requirements are satisfied and product deadlines are met
Create and present detailed design reviews of perception systems
Develops and implements analysis and testing methods for new products and their subcomponents
Develop and maintain vendor relationships for all perception sensors
Designs perception calibration tooling to ensure perception system requirements are satisfied, enabling high rate production

Skills

Radar

Camera

LiDAR

GPS

Sensor Integration

Mechanical Design

Electrical Systems

3D CAD

Perception Systems

Sensor Calibration

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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