Commissioning Assistant Engineer, Marauder

The role

You will support the Chief Engineer in the commissioning and operation of the engine room and associated machinery aboard an autonomous vessel. You will test marine systems and integrate them with autonomy and software control systems.

What you will do

• Support commissioning activities for autonomous vessels including system testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Work with autonomy and software engineering teams to verify integration between machinery control systems and autonomy stack
• Assist in developing, writing, and refining standard operating procedures, checklists, and technical documentation
• Perform assigned maintenance on vessel machinery under the direction of the Chief Engineer
• Assist with inventory and ordering of spare parts
• Assist in the shipboard execution of mission objectives

Required qualifications

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC
• National Assistant Engineer of Motor Vessels, Unlimited Horsepower Endorsement, or Designated Duty Engineer, Unlimited Horsepower Endorsement
• STCW Endorsements of Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW), Basic Training, Advanced Firefighting
• Valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate
• Valid TWIC and Passport
• Working knowledge of maritime engineering systems, particularly electrical systems
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a group
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to certify as “fit for work” by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for up to 12 hours/day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures

Nice to have

• Familiar with jet-drive marine engines
• Experience with autonomous or unmanned systems
• Experience with software engineering
• Experience with automation systems
• Working toward higher-grade engineering license or endorsements

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Pass background check and USCG/DOT drug testing prior to onboarding
• Security clearance and eligibility required
• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.