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.
\nThe ideal candidate is equally comfortable building prototype harnesses and rigorously documenting all work performed for traceability, repeatability, and quality compliance.
\nWe 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.
\nResponsibilities:
\nAssemble and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings, schematics, and engineering input
\nIntegrate harnesses into USVs and mUSVs, including confined marine compartments, watertight enclosures, and externally mounted hardware
\nWork with engineering to iterate on harness designs, lengths, routing, and termination details during prototyping and system bring-up
\nSolder and terminate to solder cup style connectors, including ODU and similar high-density circular connectors
\nEnsure robust electrical connections, proper shielding, environmental sealing, and strain relief per marine and defense standards
\nAccurately document all build steps, revisions, rework, deviations, and configuration changes in accordance with internal procedures
\nSupport development and maintenance of work instructions and configuration-controlled documentation
\nMaintain an organized and safe work environment, including tool management and inventory tracking
\nQualifications:
\n2+ years of hands-on experience in harness assembly, preferably in R&D or prototyping environments
\nProficiency in reading wiring schematics, connector tables, and mechanical routing drawings
\nExperience soldering to solder cup style connectors such as ODU or similar precision connectors
\nFamiliarity with MIL-spec connectors (e.g., D38999), marine-rated cables, and environmental sealing techniques
\nDemonstrated ability to document work clearly and thoroughly for traceability and compliance
\nIPC/WHMA-A-620 certification preferred
\nFamiliarity with NAVSEA electrical practices and/or ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) requirements is a plus
\nComfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced engineering team
\nMust be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR-regulated programs)
\nBenefits:
\nMedical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
\nSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
\nDental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
\nSaronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
\nTime Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
\nParental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
\nCompetitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
\nRetirement Plan: 401(k) plan
\nStock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
\nLife and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
\nAdditional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
\nPhysical Demands:
\nAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
\nFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.
\nThe ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
\nAbility to work outside for an extended period of time
\nFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
\nAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
\nStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
\nClimb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
\nAbility to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
\nDemonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
\nExposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
\nWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
\nAdditional Information:
\nThis role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
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