Electrical Engineering R&D Technician
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) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
This Electrical Engineering R&D Technician will be embedded within Saronic's engineering team and requires both independent execution and close collaboration with design and integration engineers. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable building prototype harnesses and rigorously documenting all work performed for traceability, repeatability, and quality compliance. We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented R&D Harness Assembly Technician to support electrical system development, integration, and documentation across our autonomous maritime platforms.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings, schematics, and engineering input
- Integrate harnesses into USVs and mUSVs, including confined marine compartments, watertight enclosures, and externally mounted hardware
- Work with engineering to iterate on harness designs, lengths, routing, and termination details during prototyping and system bring-up
- Solder and terminate to solder cup style connectors, including ODU and similar high-density circular connectors
- Ensure robust electrical connections, proper shielding, environmental sealing, and strain relief per marine and defense standards
- Accurately document all build steps, revisions, rework, deviations, and configuration changes in accordance with internal procedures
- Support development and maintenance of work instructions and configuration-controlled documentation
- Maintain an organized and safe work environment, including tool management and inventory tracking
Qualifications
2+ years of hands-on experience in harness assembly, preferably in R&D or prototyping environmentsProficiency in reading wiring schematics, connector tables, and mechanical routing drawingsExperience soldering to solder cup style connectors such as ODU or similar precision connectorsFamiliarity with MIL-spec connectors (e.g., D38999), marine-rated cables, and environmental sealing techniquesDemonstrated ability to document work clearly and thoroughly for traceability and complianceIPC / WHMA-A-620 certification preferredFamiliarity with NAVSEA electrical practices and / or ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) requirements is a plusComfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced engineering teamMust be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR-regulated programs)Benefits
Medical Insurance : Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of servicesSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsDental and Vision Insurance : Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision careSaronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsTime Off : Generous PTO and HolidaysParental Leave : Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parentsCompetitive Salary : Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonusesRetirement Plan : 401(k) planStock Options : Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's successLife and Disability Insurance : Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverageAdditional Perks : Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the officePhysical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours / dayFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairsAbility to work outside for an extended period of timeFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframesAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours / day, including over varied and uneven terrainStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours / dayClimb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structuresAbility to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingDemonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle timeExposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling / disposal proceduresWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelinesSaronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
