Maritime Opto-Mechanical Systems Engineer

Saronic Technologies Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k)

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch

Drinks and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is leading maritime autonomy solutions, seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to design imaging systems for Autonomous Service Vessels. You will develop rugged camera enclosures, mounts, and sensor integration strategies for harsh sea environments, collaborating with hardware, perception, and autonomy teams to ensure robust imaging performance.

The role covers optics-mechanics integration, tolerance analysis, environmental sealing, SWaP considerations, and hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience designing optomechanical systems or camera integration in rugged environments
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and mechanical analysis tools (FEA, thermal modeling)
• Proficiency in producing detailed engineering drawings for prototyping and manufacturing
• Proficiency with optical principles, including alignment, lens selection, MTF, and FOV constraints
• Experience with environmental sealing (IP67+), thermal management, and vibration isolation
• Familiarity with camera sensor technologies (visible, IR, multispectral) and their mechanical considerations
• Experience working on autonomous systems or robotics platforms (ground, air, or maritime) is preferred
• Background in defense, aerospace, or other regulated hardware environments is preferred
• Experience with optical coatings, anti-reflective treatments, or lens fogging mitigation is preferred

Responsibilities

• Designs and develop optomechanical assemblies for cameras and imaging sensors, including lens mounts, enclosures, gimbals, and thermal control elements
• Collaborates with hardware, perception, and autonomy engineers to define mechanical and optical requirements for camera systems, including field of view, lensing, placement, and alignment
• Performs detailed tolerance analysis to ensure structural integrity of components in vibration and shock-prone marine environments
• Selects and integrates commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom components to meet SWaP (size, weight, and power) constraints
• Develops test plans and leads environmental and performance validation (e.g., IP rating, vibration testing, temperature cycling)
• Supports rapid prototyping and iterative development, including 3D printing, machining, and on-water testing
• Maintains detailed documentation of designs, analysis, and revisions in support of product lifecycle and compliance needs

Skills

Opto-mechanical design

CAD software

Vibration isolation

Camera integration

Optics alignment

Environmental sealing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Optical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

FEA

Thermal modeling

Job description

Saronic Technologies is leading maritime autonomy solutions, seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to design imaging systems for Autonomous Service Vessels. You will develop rugged camera enclosures, mounts, and sensor integration strategies for harsh sea environments, collaborating with hardware, perception, and autonomy teams to ensure robust imaging performance.

The role covers optics-mechanics integration, tolerance analysis, environmental sealing, SWaP considerations, and hands-on