Structures Engineer at Saronic

New Orleans, Louisiana, 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 or a related field
2+ years experience in structural analysis and simulation, using both stress hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) software such as Femap (preferred) or ANSYS
Strong understanding of structural mechanics and materials science, with experience applying these concepts to real-world engineering problems
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and expertise in structural analysis methodologies and best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of innovative thinking to address challenging engineering issues
Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences
Ability to travel as needed
U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees)

Responsibilities

Own structural design of ASV systems and/or subsystems from concept through prototyping and production efforts
Maintain and track design gates (PDR, CDR) and schedules for owned hardware
Prepare and conduct design reviews of owned structural systems/subsystems
Support initial prototyping and build of new ASV platforms and variants
Support procurement of prototype hardware and supplier selection process
Produce engineering design definition artifacts to include: 3D models in Siemens NX (preferred) or Solidworks; 2D drawings that comply with applicable standards (ASME Y14.5)
Conduct preliminary structural sizing by performing hand calculations based on engineering first principles with respect to design requirements
Collaborate with hardware, product development, and production to optimize designs based on understood and discovered load cases
Generate comprehensive technical reports and documentation to communicate design decisions, recommendations, and rationale to internal teams and stakeholders

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Siemens NXSolidWorksFemapANSYSFEAASME Y14.5Structural AnalysisHand CalculationsStructural MechanicsMaterials Science

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Saronic offer?

Saronic provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (paying 100% of employee premiums for medical and 99% for dental/vision, 80% for dependents), generous PTO and holidays, paid parental leave, and competitive industry-standard salaries with performance opportunities.

What is the salary range for the Structures Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the required skills for this Structures Engineer role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, 2+ years in structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA software like Femap or ANSYS, strong knowledge of structural mechanics and materials science, leadership experience mentoring juniors, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Is this Structures Engineer position remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Structures Engineer role at Saronic?

A strong candidate has 2+ years of structural analysis experience with FEA tools like Femap or ANSYS, proficiency in 3D modeling (Siemens NX preferred) and ASME Y14.5 drawings, leadership in mentoring juniors, and a proven ability to own designs from concept to production while collaborating across teams.

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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