About the role
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.
Job Overview
We are seeking talented and motivated marine designers and drafters to support the development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional vessel design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation.
Responsibilities
- Support new vessel construction through detailed 2D and 3D modeling and technical drawing production
- Create and modify ship construction drawings
- Work directly with naval architects, marine engineers, and electrical engineers on new vessel design implementation
- Maintain strict drawing standards
- Create documentation for marine regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field of study
- Minimum 3 – 5 years of CAD drafting experience
- Strong fundamentals in one or more areas of vessel design: general design, mechanical design, electrical design, structural design, and piping design
- Knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes and sequences
- Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software like NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and Rhino
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
Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees
If this role is based in the United States, it 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).
Saronic 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. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
About Saronic Technologies
Saronic is a defense technology company that designs, builds, and deploys autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) for naval and maritime applications. The company focuses on integrating advanced hardware, artificial intelligence, and software into scalable unmanned systems that enhance maritime awareness, extend operational reach, and improve survivability in complex environments. Its vessels are capable of functions such as navigation, target identification, communication, and payload deployment, enabling both independent and coordinated mission execution. Saronic emphasizes rapid innovation and high-throughput manufacturing to support defense and commercial maritime needs. The company primarily serves government and defense customers, aiming to modernize naval operations and strengthen maritime capabilities through autonomous, software-driven platforms.
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Job details
Location
New Orleans, LA
Funding
Total raised
$2.6B
Last stage
Series A
Investors
Founders
Rob Lehman
Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer
Vibhav Altekar
Co-Founder
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.
