Senior Electrical Engineer – PCBA Schematic & Layout at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Defense, Aerospace, Automotive, MarineIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
3+ years of professional experience in PCB schematic and layout design
Proficiency with Altium Designer (or other equivalent EDA tools)
Experience with multi-layer board design and high-speed or mixed-signal circuitry
Strong understanding of electronic components, circuit theory, and board-level design principles
Ability to interpret datasheets, standards, and mechanical constraints
Proven experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT)
Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Own the entire PCB design lifecycle, including requirements, major component selection, block diagrams, schematic, circuit analysis, placement, routing, DFA/DFM review, prototype testing, and documentation (primarily digital and power-based designs, but analog design is a possibility)
Create and maintain BOMs, design files, netlists, and manufacturing documentation
Work closely with mechanical engineers to integrate PCBs into enclosures and assemblies
Lead or support prototype bring-up, debugging, and testing with support from the firmware/software teams (capability to write firmware/software for bring-up is a plus)
Perform signal integrity, power budgeting, and thermal analysis as needed
Review and optimize designs for EMC/EMI compliance and environmental robustness
Interface with fabrication and assembly vendors, addressing build issues and driving quality improvements
Participate and cross-collaborate in design reviews and peer reviews to ensure high standards
Contribute to and improve engineering processes, libraries, and design guidelines
Support ITAR/export compliance and follow relevant standards such as MIL-STD’s, IPC-610/6012, etc

Skills

PCB Schematic

PCB Layout

PCBA Design

Component Selection

Circuit Analysis

Signal Integrity

Power Budgeting

Thermal Analysis

EMC/EMI Compliance

BOM Management

DFM

DFA

Prototype Testing

Firmware

ITAR Compliance

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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