Saronic Technologies · 5 months ago
Perception Systems Engineer
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). They are seeking a Perception Systems Engineer to integrate and develop sensing and perception systems for unmanned surface vessels, ensuring robust situational awareness in complex maritime environments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity
Responsibilities
Technical expert on perception systems and their integration on Saronic's products
Collaborates in a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers that specialize in perception system design, analysis, building and test
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to define requirements and plan validation methods for Saronic’s perception system
Ensures that technical requirements are satisfied and product deadlines are met
Create and present detailed design reviews of perception systems
Develops and implements analysis and testing methods for new products and their subcomponents
Develop and maintain vendor relationships for all perception sensors
Designs perception calibration tooling to ensure perception system requirements are satisfied, enabling high rate production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years designing complex mechanical and electrical systems
Strong engineering fundamentals
Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of sensors and structures
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
Experience with engineering trade studies, tolerance stack up analysis, hand calculations & finite element analysis and testing of integrated systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred
Experience with maritime autonomy challenges such as dynamic environments, variable lighting, and low-contrast targets
Proven success developing & integrating optical and sensing systems on maritime or aerospace platforms
Experience with design and testing for shock and vibration environments
Prior experience working on DoD programs or unmanned maritime systems
A professional engineering license or similar professional certification
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Generous PTO and Holidays
Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
401(k) plan
Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Company
Saronic Technologies
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$845.5MKey Investors
Elad GilAndreessen HorowitzCaffeinated Capital
2025-02-18Series C· $600M
2024-07-19Series B· $175.5M
2023-10-09Series A· $55M
Recent News
2025-12-15
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