Principal Electrical Engineer, Saronic
Unmanned vehicles for maritime security
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Unmanned vehicles for maritime security
21-100 employees
Open for applications
21-100 employees
Company mission
To redefine maritime superiority.
Role
Who you are
- This role demands a strategic thinker with extensive experience in electrical systems design, development, mentorship, and integration—ideally within the maritime autonomy industry
- This position requires a visionary leader capable of guiding cross-functional teams, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of excellence in electrical engineering
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
- Demonstrated leadership experience in defense, technology, or similarly fast-paced environments, overseeing successful electrical engineering projects from inception to market introduction
- Extensive knowledge of electrical engineering principles, methodologies, and technologies, with a proven history of delivering groundbreaking innovations
- Proficiency in utilizing industry-standard electrical design and simulation software tools
- Exceptional leadership capabilities, fostering team motivation and mentorship while cultivating a collaborative and innovative environment
- Strong aptitude for project management and organizational acumen, consistently achieving project objectives within allocatedtimeframes and budgets
- Outstanding problem-solving abilities, exhibiting adaptability and ingenuity in navigating diverse challenges
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, adept at conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with best practices in fast-paced environments, including agility, adaptability, and thriving in dynamic settings
- Enthusiasm for technology and a commitment to staying abreast of the latest industry advancements
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our R&D team
- The successful candidate will be instrumental in advancing our ASV solutions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance and reliability
- The Principal Electrical Engineer will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our cutting-edge maritime technologies
- Spearhead the conceptualization and design of cutting-edge electrical systems and solutions tailored to the specific needs of our autonomous surface vessel startup
- Guide, mentor and empower a team of electrical engineers, nurturing a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continual enhancement
- Collaborate closely with diverse teams to translate strategic goals into tangible electrical engineering objectives and outcomes
- Conduct in-depth exploration and evaluation of emerging electrical technologies and industry trends to enrich our product portfolio
- Develop and manage comprehensive documentation, encompassing design blueprints, testing protocols, and technical insights
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, industry protocols, and safety measures at every stage of product development
- Execute intricate electrical computations, simulations, and assessments to optimize system performance and streamline efficiency
- Address intricate electrical engineering hurdles through innovative problem-solving strategies within our fast-paced development environment
- Define project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, while effectively managing resources and budgets to ensure project success
- Stay abreast of the latest breakthroughs in electrical engineering, actively integrating new knowledge to enhance the capabilities of our products
Our take
Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) are vehicles which operate at the surface of the water without a crew and can be used in oceanography and environmental monitoring, as well as for cargo transport or military applications. Saronic is a company developing USVs to have enhanced awareness and improved survivability, to be employed in maritime security.
Saronic's vehicles are designed to be smarter than previous models, with capabilities including adaptive path planning, multichannel communication, and the ability to better identify and track targets through a combination of passive sensors and advanced algorithms. The company has raised significant funding that will be used to accelerate R&D as it expands manufacturing capacity in anticipation of demand for rapid production in the future.
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Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Jul 2024
$175m
SERIES B
Oct 2023
$55m
SERIES A
Total funding: $230m
Company HQ
South Manchaca, Austin, TX
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Leadership
Dino Mavrookas
(Co-Founder & CEO)Board Member of the Navy SEAL Foundation, and former Entrepreneur In Residence at 8VC. Spent 11 years as a Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy, from 2004 to 2015.
Rob Lehman
(Co-Founder & CCO)Founder of 9 Line Solutions, who is also a Communications Officer in the US Marine Corps. Previously the Chair and CEO of Temeku Technologies.
Vibhav Altekar
(Co-Founder)Former Advisor and Angel Investor for Standard Metrics and Chef Robotics. Spent 4 years working in Machine Learning at Anduril Industries.
Doug Lambert
(Co-Founder)Former VP of Engineering at Terradepth. Before that, worked at Liquid Robotics for a total 8 years, ultimately as Head of Engineering.
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