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Saronic Technologies · 11 hours ago

Senior Electrical Engineer – Radio Frequency (RF) Systems

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

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. The Senior Electrical Engineer will focus on the research, evaluation, and integration of RF communications and sensing technologies to support autonomous vessel networks and situational awareness.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead R&D efforts in RF communications, radar, and electronic sensing technologies for autonomous surface vessels

Evaluate and benchmark RF hardware and subsystems, including radios, antennas, and signal processing modules across multiple frequency bands (VHF/UHF, L/S/C/X bands)

Conduct trade studies and comparative analyses of commercial and military-grade RF solutions to inform system selection and integration strategies

Design, prototype, and test RF systems and supporting electrical architectures, including cabling, shielding, and power interfaces

Model and analyze RF propagation and link performance in maritime and littoral environments

Collaborate cross-functionally with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration of communication and sensing systems

Develop test procedures, perform validation trials, and analyze system performance under operational and environmental conditions

Author detailed R&D documentation, including technical reports, design specifications, and performance evaluations

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to Saronic’s RF technology roadmap and internal knowledge base

Support field testing and vessel trials, including setup and troubleshooting of communication and radar systems

Qualification

RF system designRF testingIntegrationRF theoryRF instrumentationCommunications protocolsWork in labFieldDocumentation skillsCommunication skills

Required

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related discipline

7+ years of professional experience in RF system design, testing, and integration -preferably in maritime, automotive, aerospace, or defense applications

Deep understanding of RF theory, antenna design, and signal propagation, including real-world marine effects (multipath, reflection, attenuation)

Hands-on experience with RF instrumentation (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, etc.)

Proven ability to conduct trade studies and technology benchmarking for RF components and systems

Familiarity with communications protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, and serial interfaces, and with wireless standards (LTE, SATCOM, mesh networking)

Strong documentation and communication skills; able to translate test results into actionable design insights

Ability to work effectively in both lab and field test environments (dockside, at-sea, and range conditions)

Benefits

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

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

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.

Founded in 2022

Austin, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees