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Saronic · Austin, TX · Business operations and strategy · posted 3 days ago
Saronic · Austin, TX · posted 11 days ago
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| Employer | Saronic |
|---|---|
| Location | Austin, Texas |
| Field | Technology › Data, analytics and AI |
| Level | not stated |
| Source category | Forward Deployable Eng, Forward Deployable Eng |
| Posted | 2026-10-29 (11 days ago) |
| Work arrangement | On-site at the location listed |
| Pay | Not published in the source listing |
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.
We are seeking an FD Build Engineer to join our Forward Deployed Engineering team. You will have a strong mechanical or electrical background and be responsible for building, integrating, validating, and deploying the prototype hardware that brings our technology from the lab to the fleet.
This is not a traditional technician role. You will not always be building to print, and you will not be waiting for a finished design to hand you work. You will sit alongside the engineers inventing new capability for our Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs), bring operational reality into the design before it is frozen, build and prove the hardware, define how it gets installed and maintained, and then go to the waterfront with it. Time is split between the lab, fabrication spaces, and the water.
You will report to Forward Deployed Engineering Director and be embedded with Forward Deployed Hardware Engineers, who set design intent and priorities. Some tasks will come with clear direction. Others will come as a problem and a deadline, and you will be expected to figure out the approach, make the call on how to build it, and own the result. Technical direction stays with the engineers; execution is yours. We are looking for someone who takes direction well and leads when the situation needs it.
You will embed in a product pod supporting multiple Forward Deployed Hardware Engineers, going deep on forward deployed projects and rotating between pods as program demand shifts. This role requires significant travel, typically 50–70%, to test sites and deployment locations, and long hours are common, especially during demos and deployments.
Embed within a product pod supporting multiple Forward Deployed Hardware Engineers, focused on forward deployed projects and rotating between pods as demand requires
Own execution of integration plans on the operational system. Take a task or a problem from an FDE hardware engineer, scope it, source it, build it, prove it, and close it out with documentation. Build, integrate, and modify prototype mechanical and electrical hardware from drawings, CAD models, and engineering sketches, with an emphasis on speed to test. Where direction is incomplete, propose the approach, make the build decisions within the engineer's design intent, and escalate design-level questions
Fabricate brackets, fixtures, jigs, and one-off components using hand tools, shop equipment, sheet metal, and 3D printing; build wiring harnesses and cabling for the marine environment; and work with suppliers and fabrication shops for fast turnarounds of custom components and harnesses
Lead the organization and day-to-day use of lab and shop spaces — keeping tools, equipment, and inventory in order, setting up workspaces for active builds, and training engineers and teammates on safe, effective use of the space
Work with other engineering and field teams to troubleshoot prototype hardware and find issues, from lab bring-up through dockside and sea trials to on-site deployment.[MR3] Advise engineering teams on design updates that make the build more efficient, practical, and serviceable.
Lead hardware and subsystem integration efforts across CONUS and OCONUS locations. Validate engineering changes prior to wider release and support root cause investigations. Serve as the on-site engineering point of contact during deployment, providing technical support and communicating findings back to the engineering team.
Bring operational and maintenance experience into early requirements and design discussions — what survives the marine environment, what a maintainer can service on a pitching deck, and what fails after 200 hours at sea — and feed design-for-assembly, serviceability, and deployment recommendations back to engineering
Write installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures for prototypes that don't have any yet, partnering with technical writing. For prototypes entering sustainment, propose maintenance intervals, consumables, spares lists, and special tooling, support handoff to Mission Support, and train operators, field service representatives, and other technicians on the systems you build
Associate degree or bachelor's in a technical field, military technical training, trade certification, or equivalent hands-on experience
Hands-on experience building, testing, or maintaining integrated electromechanical systems, preferably in fielded or mission-critical environments
Ability to read and work from engineering drawings, CAD models, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics
Hands-on expertise in mechanical assembly and fabrication (hand and power tools, sheet metal, 3D printing, basic machining)
Hands-on expertise in electrical integration (harness construction, soldering and crimping, connector selection, wire sizing, voltage drop, DC power distribution, grounding and bonding)
Hands-on expertise in troubleshooting with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes)
Demonstrated ownership of a build, integration, or test effort from scoping through close-out, with a track record of working through ambiguous tasks with limited oversight
Ability to run tests and root cause investigations, and to write up data, findings, and procedures clearly enough that an engineer, writer, or operator can act on them
Comfortable both taking direction from engineers and leading a task or small effort when the situation calls for it
Willingness to work in dynamic, hands-on environments, including on and near the water, and to travel up to 50-70%
Strong sense of ownership and bias for action
Military or commercial marine maintenance background — Navy or Coast Guard engineering rating, small craft maintenance, or comparable
Marine systems experience (propulsion, steering and hydraulics, through-hulls and sealing, corrosion control and bonding, marine DC electrical)
Experience working with autonomous systems, drones, or other robotic platforms
Familiarity with maritime environments or naval platforms
Comfort with a Linux command line and basic IP network troubleshooting
Composites or fiberglass layup and repair experience
Boat handling experience, USCG license, or crane, forklift, and rigging qualifications
Exposure to ruggedized or IP-rated hardware
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Occasional standing and walking within the office
Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan 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 with company match
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
Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
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Austin has 979,539 residents (ACS 2020–2024), about 3.2% of the population of Texas. It covers 326 square miles of land, which works out to roughly 3,001 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7, about the same as the state median (34.7 against 35.6).
The median gross rent is $1,729 a month (rent plus utilities), 23% above the state median ($1,729 against $1,403). Over a year that is 22.2% of the median household income. US housing guidance treats housing as affordable when it takes 30% of income or less, so the typical household is under that line. The median home value is $555,300, which is 5.9 times the median household income ($93,658); a ratio above 5 usually means buying is out of reach without savings or a second income. 43.5% of households own their home, 31% below the state average (43.5% against 62.6%). A low ownership share points to a rental-heavy market with more apartments and shorter stays.
The Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metropolitan area has 1,293,690 jobs in the BLS wage survey, and the median pay across all occupations is $56,950 a year, 12% above the national median ($56,950 against $50,980). The biggest occupation groups are office and administrative support (159,340 jobs, median $47,770); management (133,950 jobs, median $129,060); food preparation and serving related (120,570 jobs, median $33,280). The area is most specialised in computer and mathematical (1.9 times) and architecture and engineering (1.5 times), where the share of workers is well above the national share. The best-paying groups with at least 5,000 jobs are management ($129,060) and computer and mathematical ($114,350). In 2026M09 the unemployment rate of Travis County was 3.6%. 75.1% of residents aged 16 and over are in the labour force. The city lies in Travis County; its jobs, pay by industry and GDP are on the county page.
Among workers, 56.0% drive alone, 2.0% use public transit, 2.5% walk, 30.7% work from home. 10.2% of workers commute 45 minutes or more, 40% below the state average (10.2% against 16.9%). Remote work is more common than in the state as a whole, which widens the set of employers a resident can work for without moving.
59.6% of adults aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% above the state share (59.6% against 33.8%). 18.7% of residents were born outside the United States, 7% above the state share (18.7% against 17.6%). The poverty rate is 12.0%, 13% below the state rate (12.0% against 13.8%).
The warmest month is Aug, averaging 86°F (30.1°C), and the coolest is Jan at 49°F (9.3°C). About 841 mm (33 inches) of precipitation falls in a year; May is the wettest month (111 mm) and Feb the driest (45 mm). These values come from NASA satellite-based climatology on a grid of about 50 km, so they describe the wider area, not a weather station in the city.
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| Place ⇅ | Distance from the job city ⇅ | Median rent ⇅ | Median home value ⇅ | Median household income ⇅ | Commute 45+ min ⇅ | Rent as % of occupation pay ⇅ | Open jobs there ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin, TX | 0 mi | $1,729 | $555,300 | $93,658 | 10.2% | n/a | Jobs |
| Pflugerville, TX | 14 mi | $1,932 | $402,400 | $117,799 | 12.3% | n/a | — |
| Cedar Park, TX | 15 mi | $1,846 | $513,600 | $129,545 | 14.8% | n/a | — |
| Round Rock, TX | 17 mi | $1,763 | $418,600 | $99,287 | 13.1% | n/a | Jobs |
| Leander, TX | 20 mi | $1,939 | $506,200 | $139,048 | 22.3% | n/a | — |
| Hutto, TX | 21 mi | $2,255 | $365,700 | $118,834 | 20.4% | n/a | — |
| Kyle, TX | 22 mi | $1,752 | $334,600 | $90,323 | 32.1% | n/a | — |
| Georgetown, TX | 26 mi | $1,795 | $429,100 | $95,062 | 20.8% | n/a | Jobs |
| San Marcos, TX | 31 mi | $1,322 | $310,400 | $51,281 | 16.2% | n/a | — |
| Canyon Lake, TX | 42 mi | $1,327 | $389,300 | $97,301 | 40.2% | n/a | — |
| New Braunfels, TX | 47 mi | $1,654 | $339,400 | $86,021 | 19.5% | n/a | — |
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How far Austin, TX is from the 20 largest US cities, in straight-line miles (not driving distance). Click a column to sort.
| From ⇅ | Straight-line distance (miles) ⇅ | Population of that city ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Austin, TX | 0 mi | 979,539 |
| San Antonio, TX | 74 mi | 1,479,835 |
| Houston, TX | 146 mi | 2,328,253 |
| Fort Worth, TX | 173 mi | 963,194 |
| Dallas, TX | 182 mi | 1,307,930 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 357 mi | 697,125 |
| Denver, CO | 768 mi | 718,877 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 870 mi | 1,642,323 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 926 mi | 885,860 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 959 mi | 977,670 |
| Chicago, IL | 974 mi | 2,711,226 |
| Charlotte, NC | 1,039 mi | 903,844 |
| Columbus, OH | 1,067 mi | 914,802 |
| San Diego, CA | 1,153 mi | 1,389,526 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1,233 mi | 3,857,263 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 1,437 mi | 1,579,706 |
| San Jose, CA | 1,459 mi | 990,138 |
| New York, NY | 1,512 mi | 8,483,844 |
| San Francisco, CA | 1,530 mi | 830,235 |
| Seattle, WA | 1,769 mi | 754,195 |
| City ⇅ | Straight-line distance ⇅ | Open jobs ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Lockhart, TX | 29 mi | 22 |
| Cibolo, TX | 57 mi | 1 |
| Converse, TX | 64 mi | 1 |
| San Antonio, TX | 74 mi | 200 |
| Lakehills, TX | 85 mi | 1 |
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