Mechanical Engineer (Perception Hardware)

Join Saronic, a leader in naval autonomy, as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in perception hardware. In this hands-on role, you will integrate and develop various perception components to create a cohesive and high-performing system for our unmanned surface vessels. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers and work closely with mechanical, optical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams. This position requires a strong engineering background, experience in designing complex mechanical and electrical systems, and proficiency with 3D CAD software.

• Integrate and develop perception components such as radar, camera, LiDAR, GPS, and other sensors to build robust situational awareness in maritime environments.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers to define requirements and plans for validation methods for Saronic’s perception system.
• Develop and implement analysis and testing methods for new products and their subcomponents, ensuring technical requirements are satisfied and product deadlines are met.

• Strong engineering fundamentals
• Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of sensors and structures
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years designing complex mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with engineering trade studies, tolerance stack up analysis, hand calculations, finite element analysis and testing of integrated systems
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
• Experience with maritime autonomy challenges such as dynamic environments, variable lighting, and low-contrast targets
• Proven success developing, integrating, and validating optical & sensor 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