Diesel Mechanic

The role

The Diesel Mechanic will support maintenance, repair, and sustainment operations on autonomous surface vessels. This role involves electrical troubleshooting and mechanical maintenance in a defense technology environment.

What you will do

• Perform routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults, wiring issues, and system-level problems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical malfunctions using technical manuals and diagnostic equipment.
• Inspect and test components, systems, and subsystems.
• Support engine-level maintenance tasks including fluid systems, filters, belts, and cooling systems.
• Assist with overhaul and rebuild activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Follow safety protocols for working with engines and hazardous materials.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and operators to implement solutions.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience in automotive, aerospace, heavy industrial, marine, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, including reading wiring diagrams and using multimeters.
• Solid foundation in general mechanical maintenance: preventive maintenance, fluid systems, filters, belts, and drivetrain components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and test equipment such as scan tools, multimeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and field deployment requirements.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for up to 12 hours/day.
• Ability to frequently and repetitively lift, push, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in marine and waterside environments.

Nice to have

• Experience working within quality management processes such as documenting work orders, following SOPs, and parts accountability.
• Engine teardown and rebuild experience.
• Marine diesel experience.

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.
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Stock 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

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees).

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.