Senior Mechanical Engineer, Autonomous Marine Hardware

Frontdoor Defense; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead our mechanical engineering efforts in developing autonomous vessel hardware. This role requires senior technical leadership, addressing complex engineering tasks across perception hardware, marine engineering, and structures.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and over 10 years of experience in hardware development, complemented by strong skills in design and analysis. We offer a collaborative environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in complex hardware development.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, structural analysis, and manufacturability.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of complex mechanical engineering issues.
• Provide technical direction during design and program reviews.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver functional hardware.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

Materials science

Tolerance analysis

System integration

3D CAD proficiency

FEA

Engineering drawings

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead our mechanical engineering efforts in developing autonomous vessel hardware. This role requires senior technical leadership, addressing complex engineering tasks across perception hardware, marine engineering, and structures.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and over 10 years of experience in hardware development, complemented by strong skills in design and analysis. We offer a collaborative environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.