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Saronic Technologies · 2 weeks ago

Senior Electrical Engineer – Maritime Acoustic Sensor 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 development of underwater acoustic sensing technologies to support navigation and situational awareness for autonomous vessels.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead R&D initiatives in maritime acoustic sensing and underwater signal systems for autonomous vessel applications

Evaluate and benchmark acoustic sensors and subsystems (e.g., sonar arrays, hydrophones, acoustic modems, Doppler sensors) across commercial and defense-grade offerings

Design and execute experiments for acoustic performance testing, calibration, and environmental validation in laboratory and sea-trial conditions

Develop and analyze trade studies comparing acoustic hardware and architectures to inform system selection, performance optimization, and integration paths

Design and document system architectures for acoustic data acquisition, amplification, filtering, and digital conversion

Collaborate with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to integrate acoustic systems into vessel control and perception frameworks

Develop and validate signal conditioning and analog front-end circuitry for low-noise, high-fidelity acoustic measurements

Author detailed R&D documentation, including test reports, design specifications, and performance assessments

Contribute to system safety, reliability, and environmental qualification efforts, including compliance with applicable maritime and defense standards

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to Saronic’s acoustic sensing roadmap and experimental methodologies

Qualification

Acoustic system designUnderwater acousticsSignal processingHardware benchmarkingSchematic design toolsLab instrumentationTechnical writingPresentation skillsMentoringCollaboration

Required

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

7+ years of experience in acoustic system design, integration, or testing - preferably in commercial marine, defense, or undersea applications

Expertise with underwater acoustics, including sonar, hydrophones, and acoustic communication systems

Experience in hardware benchmarking, R&D testing, and performance analysis of acoustic sensors and electronics

Strong understanding of signal processing concepts, analog front-end design, and data acquisition systems

Familiarity with marine environmental factors affecting acoustic propagation (temperature, salinity, depth, and noise)

Proficiency in schematic design and documentation tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks Electrical)

Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, data loggers, acoustic test equipment)

Strong technical writing and presentation skills, with ability to produce rigorous R&D and evaluation documentation

Comfortable working in laboratory, dockside, and sea-trial environments

Preferred

Experience developing or integrating active and passive sonar systems for maritime platforms

Familiarity with acoustic transducer design, impedance matching, and waterproofing methods

Knowledge of marine and defense standards (MIL-STD-167, MIL-STD-461, IEC 60529, etc.)

Experience with acoustic modeling software (e.g., COMSOL, MATLAB, BELLHOP, or equivalent)

Background in sensor fusion and data analysis pipelines for multi-sensor acoustic systems

Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or real-time signal processing systems

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