Senior Electrical Engineer – Navigation & Positioning Systems

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

Position OverviewSaronic 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 — including GNSS, IMUs, FOGs, LRGs, LiDARs, and supplemental sensing electronics — across Saronic’s fleet of autonomous vessels.This is a hands-on, technically focused role with a strong analytical and experimental component. 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.

Key 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 o