Finishing – Composites Technician

Saronic Technologies Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies Inc. in Austin, TX, seeks a Finishing - Composites Technician to perform final surface preparation, scarf repairs, sanding, and gelcoat refinishing on marine composite parts, ensuring Class A cosmetic quality and dimensional accuracy.

You will follow drawings and work instructions, operate sanding tools and spray equipment, and coordinate with quality to pass visual and tolerance standards. U.S. Person status is required for DoD-related projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of marine composite finishing experience.
• Strong sanding and fairing skills with manual finishing.
• Ability to achieve Class A surface finishes (preferred).
• High attention to detail for repetitive fine-surface work.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• U.S. Person status required for DoD-related work.

Responsibilities

• Finish composite parts: wet layup, filling, sanding, and gelcoat refinement.
• Prepare parts for painting or bonding per specs.
• Follow drawings and process instructions precisely.
• Maintain finishing area cleanliness and dust control.
• Collaborate with quality to meet visual and dimensional standards.
• Track time using a tablet and follow procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual finishing

Reading technical drawings

US Person requirement

Tools

DA sanders

Longboards

Vacuum-assisted finishing tools

Binks spray equipment

MVP spray equipment

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Position Summary:

As a Finishing - Composites Technician, you will be responsible for the final surface preparation and detailing of composite components. This includes scarf repairs, sanding, fairing, and prepping surfaces for paint or bonding. You will work closely with other technicians and engineers to ensure every part meets strict cosmetic and dimensional specifications. Your craftsmanship directly contributes to the structural integrity and visual quality of our vessels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform surface finishing operations on composite parts, including wet layup, filling, sanding, spraying gelcoat and refining the surface.

• Mix and apply surface fillers, and gelcoat per process requirements

• Sand and smooth complex contours while maintaining tolerance and surface quality

• Identify and repair surface defects such as pinholes, delamination, or surface voids using tap tests

• Prepare parts for painting, bonding, or assembly through proper surface treatment

• Follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and engineering specifications

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in finishing areas; manage dust control systems

• Collaborate with the quality team to ensure finished parts meet visual and dimensional standards

• Follow procedures and track time on a tablet.

• Ability to use Partallfilm #10 and patch aide for repairs

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in marine composite finishing, surfacing, or similar hands-on fabrication work

• Strong experience with sanding tools, fairing materials, and manual finishing techniques

• Ability to achieve Class A or near-Class A surface finishes (preferred but not required)

• High attention to detail and patience for repetitive, fine-surface work

• Familiarity with epoxy-based fillers, primers, and surface prep chemicals

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions

• U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) required due to DoD-related work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in marine composite surfacing

• Familiarity with MIL-SPEC or AS9100 quality standards

• Experience using DA sanders, longboards, and vacuum-assisted finishing tools

• Understand how to use Binks & MVP spray equipment

• Background in paint prep or bonded surface prep is a plus

• Experience working with gel coats, topcoats, or marine-grade finishes

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCAA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a "U.S. Person": (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.