Sr. Field Service Quality Engineer

The role

You will lead quality initiatives supporting the manufacturing, integration, and delivery of complex electro-mechanical systems for autonomous surface vessels. You will drive risk-based quality decisions and resolve technical issues on the production and integration floor.

What you will do

• Develop, implement, and improve quality assurance processes and manufacturing controls.
• Lead evaluation and resolution of complex nonconformances.
• Facilitate root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans and acceptance criteria.
• Review engineering drawings, 3D models, and bills of materials.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen manufacturing controls and reduce defects.
• Establish and monitor key quality metrics.
• Evaluate product and process risks.
• Mentor Quality Engineers, inspectors, and production personnel.
• Ensure manufacturing and inspection activities comply with internal and industry standards.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Ocean, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in quality engineering, manufacturing quality, or production support.
• Experience supporting complex electro-mechanical assemblies, integrated systems, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and product acceptance requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis, nonconformance management, corrective and preventive action (CAPA), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience developing inspection plans, defining acceptance criteria, and making risk-based quality decisions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Experience collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Strong analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills.
• 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.

Nice to have

• Experience in aerospace, defense, maritime, or other highly regulated engineering environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, and other applicable quality management system requirements.
• Experience mentoring engineers or inspectors and leading cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.

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 performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance 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 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.