Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in warehouse design, material handling, or manufacturing process engineering
  • Demonstrated expertise in warehouse layout, space utilization, and process optimization
  • Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices
  • Hands-on experience with ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, DELMIA, etc.)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup-like environment with evolving requirements
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, shipbuilding, or other regulated manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with DoD/DFARS compliance for material handling and traceability
  • Experience implementing automation/robotics (AGVs, AMRs, conveyors, robotic picking)
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement warehouse layouts, including racking, shelving, staging, and work areas
  • Define material flow strategies to support assembly, outfitting, and sustainment operations
  • Specify and integrate material handling equipment (carts, lifts, conveyors, AGVs/AMRs)
  • Partner with Facilities and Safety teams to ensure compliance with OSHA, DoD, and site requirements
  • Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for receiving, kitting, staging, and shipping
  • Apply Lean / Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and optimize throughput
  • Lead kaizen events and continuous improvement projects in warehouse operations
  • Perform time studies, line balancing, and bottleneck analysis to support production ramps
  • Configure and optimize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) within Saronic’s ERP/MES environment
  • Champion the use of digital tools (barcode/RFID, IoT sensors, real-time tracking)
  • Define system requirements for traceability, serialization, and defense compliance (ITAR, DFARS)
  • Act as the technical authority for warehouse and material movement processes
  • Train and mentor warehouse staff and production support teams
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, and Program teams to align material strategies with build schedules
  • Interface with senior leadership on warehouse capacity planning and investment roadmaps

Skills

Lean
Six Sigma
Kaizen
WMS
ERP
MES
AGV
AMR
RFID
IoT
ITAR
DFARS

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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