Quality Inspector

The role

The Quality Inspector will support the construction, integration, and testing of autonomous surface vessels. This person will perform inspections of welds, hull structures, and electrical systems to ensure compliance with standards.

What you will do

• Perform in-process and final inspections of welds, hull structures, electrical/electronic systems, outfitting, and finished vessels.
• Support harbor and sea trials with inspection and verification activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, including results, nonconformances, and corrective actions.
• Prepare inspection reports and provide feedback to engineering and production teams.
• Ensure adherence to internal quality standards, ISO 9001, regulatory, and military specific standards.
• Identify defects, deviations, or nonconformances.
• Work with cross-functional teams to investigate root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, process audits, and implementation of best practices.
• Partner with engineering, production, and supply chain teams.
• Assist in training new inspectors and shipyard personnel.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in quality inspection.
• Solid understanding of quality control principles, inspection techniques, and measurement methods.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, weld inspection tools, electrical test equipment).
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced shipyard/startup environment with shifting priorities.
• 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.

Nice to have

• Experience in shipbuilding, defense, aerospace, or maritime industries.
• Experience with autonomous or advanced systems.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ABS, Navy, and/or Department of Defense quality standards is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes asylees and refugees).

About the company

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.