# Senior Electrical Engineer **Company**: Saronic Technologies **Location**: San Francisco **Work arrangement**: onsite **Experience**: senior **Job type**: full-time **Category**: Engineering **Industry**: Technology **Apply**: https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/8459b73d-38da-40bc-9ec7-0c5430f8be50 **Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_d9cd7bb0-a0d ## Description Saronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to drive research and development efforts in navigation and positioning technologies for autonomous marine systems. This individual will be responsible for evaluating, benchmarking, and integrating cutting-edge navigation and sensor technologies across Saronic's fleet of autonomous vessels. Key responsibilities include leading R&D initiatives, designing and executing benchmarking tests, performing trade studies, and developing system architectures. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electrical systems design, system-level trade studies, and technology evaluation, and thrives at the intersection of hardware innovation and applied research. Responsibilities: * Lead R&D initiatives focused on next-generation navigation and positioning solutions for autonomous vessels. * Design and execute benchmarking tests of commercial and prototype systems (GNSS, INS/IMU, radar, LiDAR, Doppler velocity logs, etc.), including lab, dockside, and sea-trial environments. * Perform trade studies and comparative analyses of current and emerging market offerings to inform system selection, integration paths, and performance improvements. * Develop system architectures and interface specifications for integrating navigation sensors with vessel control, autonomy, and data processing subsystems. * Prototype, test, and validate new electrical configurations supporting advanced sensing and positioning. * Author technical reports and white papers summarizing benchmarking results, performance metrics, and recommendations. * Collaborate with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless sensor fusion and data pipeline integrity. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal R&D roadmaps for navigation system evolution. * Contribute to IP generation, system qualification, and design standardization for future vessel platforms. Required Qualifications: * B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline. * 7+ years of professional experience in electrical systems engineering, preferably within marine, aerospace, automotive or defense domains. * Demonstrated expertise with navigation and positioning systems: GNSS, INS/IMU, radar, LiDAR, or sensor fusion. * Proven experience in system-level benchmarking, R&D experimentation, and trade study development. * Strong understanding of signal integrity, timing synchronization, and sensor data acquisition. * Proficiency with schematic and wiring design tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks Electrical). * Experience with communication interfaces such as CAN, Ethernet, and serial protocols. * Excellent technical writing and presentation skills , capable of producing concise, data-driven R&D documentation. * Ability to operate effectively in both lab and field environments, including vessel trials. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience in autonomous or unmanned system development, particularly maritime platforms. * Familiarity with sensor fusion algorithms and real-time data processing pipelines. * Working knowledge of relevant industry standards (ABS, USCG, MIL-STD, IEC). * Background in environmental testing, EMI/EMC compliance, and system reliability analysis. * Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or model-based system simulations. Benefits: * Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services * Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care * Saronic pays 100% 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). Additional Information: 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). ## Skills ### Required - Electrical Systems Design - System-Level Trade Studies - Navigation and Positioning Systems - Sensor Fusion - Signal Integrity - Timing Synchronization - Sensor Data Acquisition - Communication Interfaces - Technical Writing and Presentation ### Nice to have - Autonomous or Unmanned System Development - Sensor Fusion Algorithms - Real-Time Data Processing Pipelines - Industry Standards - Environmental Testing - EMI/EMC Compliance - System Reliability Analysis - Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulations