Perception Systems Engineer
Saronic Technologies
Software Engineering
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Aug 11, 2025
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Perception Systems Engineer to join a team that will integrate and develop the sensing and perception systems that power autonomy on our unmanned surface vessels. In this role, you will integrate and develop perception components such as radar, camera, LiDAR, GPS, and other sensors to build robust situational awareness in maritime environments into a cohesive, high performing system. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for an engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems in complex, noisy domains and wants to shape the future of naval autonomy.
Responsibilities:
- Technical expert on perception systems and their integration on Saronic's products
- Collaborates in a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers that specialize in perception system design, analysis, building and test
- Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to define requirements and plan validation methods for Saronic’s perception system
- Ensures that technical requirements are satisfied and product deadlines are met
- Create and present detailed design reviews of perception systems
- Develops and implements analysis and testing methods for new products and their subcomponents
- Develop and maintain vendor relationships for all perception sensors
- Designs perception calibration tooling to ensure perception system requirements are satisfied, enabling high rate production
Qualifications:
- Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years designing complex mechanical and electrical systems
- Strong engineering fundamentals
- Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of sensors and structures
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
- Experience with engineering trade studies, tolerance stack up analysis, hand calculations & finite element analysis and testing of integrated systems
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- Preferred
- Experience with maritime autonomy challenges such as dynamic environments, variable lighting, and low-contrast targets.
- Proven success developing & integrating optical and sensing systems on maritime or aerospace platforms
- Experience with design and testing for shock and vibration environments
- Prior experience working on DoD programs or unmanned maritime systems.
- A professional engineering license or similar professional certification
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 99% 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
Physical Demands:
- 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.
- Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).
This role 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.