Hull & Deck Infusion - Composites Technician

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free Lunch Benefit

Unlimited Snacks

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Austin, Texas, seeks a Hull & Deck Infusion – Composites Technician to infuse high-performance composite parts for autonomous vessels. You will focus on processes such as resin mixing, vacuum-assisted infusion, and mold preparation. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of composites manufacturing experience and be detail-oriented. Competitive benefits include medical and dental insurance, PTO, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with composites manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-first mindset.
• Experience with vacuum bagging for hulls and decks.
• U.S. Person status required due to DoD contract work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare molds and tooling for composite layup and infusion.
• Perform precise hand layups using dry fiber materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams.
• Mix and handle resins, hardeners and other materials per safety protocols.
• Ensure fiberglass layers are properly installed to prevent defects.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to iterate on part design.
• Document work performed and identify process improvements.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Ability to work independently

Safety compliance

U.S. Person status

Vacuum infusion

Equipment setup

Tools

Trimming tools

Grinders

Measurement instruments

Measuring instruments

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state‑of‑the‑art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

As a Hull & Deck Infusion – Composites Technician, you will be responsible for infusing high‑performance composite parts used in the structure and systems of our autonomous vessels. You will focus on large molds: loading dry material & stringers, installing vacuum manifolds, bagging, drop tests, leak detection, maintaining vacuum catch pots, mixing resin and MEKP to appropriate ratios, and other infusion techniques. This hands‑on role is critical to our manufacturing process and directly impacts product reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attention to detail and commitment to industry-leading standards
• Prepare molds and tooling for composite layup and infusion
• Perform precise hand layups using dry fiber materials
• Set up and execute vacuum‑assisted resin infusion processes
• Mix and handle resins, hardeners, and other composite materials in accordance with safety protocols
• Ensure each fiberglass layer is installed to prevent bridging, wrinkling, and resin richness
• Install core with minimal gaps
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑compliant workspace
• Interpret technical drawings, layup schedules, and process documentation using a tablet
• Collaborate closely with engineering and quality teams to iterate on part design and manufacturability
• Document work performed and identify process improvements or quality issues
• Work with a sense of urgency
• Mix putty, debur surfaces to prep for dry loading fiberglass and duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with composites manufacturing, particularly resin infusion at a high rate boat building factory
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a quality‑first mindset
• Experience with vacuum bagging hull and decks
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced, iterative environment
• Familiarity with vinyl ester and polyester resins, carbon fiber, dry fiberglass
• Comfortable using trimming tools, grinders, and measurement instruments
• Able to read technical drawings and follow standard operating procedures
• U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) required due to DoD contract work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to use a MVP Hight Output System
• Experience with marine composite fabrication
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
• Forklift or crane certification a plus

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 under the basic plan 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.
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline.
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

This role 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.