Mechanic (Deployable)

Saronic Technologies•Austin, TX

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking a senior hands-on Mechanic IV to support the deployable maintenance footprint for its autonomous maritime platforms, including the 12 ft UUV, 24 ft Corsair, and 52 ft Mirage. The role supports test sites, depots, and forward operating locations, both CONUS and OCONUS, and reports to the Senior Manager, Deployable Operations within the Sustainment organization. The Mechanic serves as the technical reference at an assigned site or deployment, diagnosing and repairing complex diesel, mechanical, electrical, communications, networking, perception, sensor, power, and integrated vehicle systems. The role sets quality standards, verifies other technicians’ work, supports diesel propulsion overhauls and rebuilds, and helps ensure platforms return to fully mission-capable status. It also includes developing maintenance procedures and troubleshooting guidance, mentoring technicians, and representing the maintenance team to engineers, operators, customers, and other stakeholders. The position requires approximately 80% travel, including domestic and international assignments. Work may involve extended days, evenings, weekends, physically demanding tasks, and austere or inhospitable environments. The employee must be able to certify as fit for work, including swimming and treading water, and meet the physical demands described in the posting.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on diesel mechanical experience in marine, automotive, aerospace, heavy industrial, or a related technical field.
Proven experience troubleshooting and maintaining complex mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems.
Working knowledge of electrical systems, communications equipment, networking, sensors, and perception systems.
Familiarity with network fundamentals, including IP addressing, Ethernet, switches, routers, and basic connectivity troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, network diagrams, and system documentation.
Experience using diagnostic equipment such as scan tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and network troubleshooting tools.
Strong leadership, organization, troubleshooting, and documentation skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work independently and effectively with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 80%, including extended domestic and international assignments.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and extended days when operationally required.
Ability to certify as fit for work by demonstrating the ability to swim and tread water, lift up to 50 lbs., and spend extended periods on the water.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to frequently and repetitively lift, push, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in marine and waterside environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray.
Ability to frequently bend, lift, and reach to install and remove components of varying size and weight.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods over varied and uneven terrain, including docks, vessel decks, and gravel surfaces.
Ability to stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods in confined or low-clearance spaces.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, vessels, and other elevated structures.
Ability to work around loud noise, vibration, engine exhaust, and hazardous materials while following safety and disposal procedures.
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment in work areas, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel-toed footwear, and other PPE as required.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational training in diesel, marine, or industrial systems.
Equivalent military technical training and experience.
Marine diesel and/or Volvo Penta VODIA experience.
Diesel engine certification from Volvo Penta, Cummins, or an equivalent provider.
Experience with autonomous surface vessels, unmanned maritime systems, or defense technology programs.
Prior military experience in a maritime maintenance, engineering, or engine rating or MOS.
Experience deploying to or supporting forward operating locations.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot diesel, mechanical, electrical, communications, networking, perception, sensor, power, and other integrated vehicle systems and subsystems.
Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, component replacement, and system validation to return platforms to fully mission-capable status.
Execute complex diesel engine diagnostics, maintenance, and repair, and support overhaul and rebuild activities.
Provide on-site technical leadership during field operations, testing, and customer events, coordinating with technicians, engineers, operators, and customers.
Communicate equipment status, technical issues, risks, and recommended corrective actions to supervisors and stakeholders.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, troubleshooting notes, system configurations, test results, parts usage records, and equipment deficiency documentation.
Identify systemic quality issues and recurring failures and recommend corrective actions.
Flag risks, parts shortfalls, and resource constraints before they affect operations or schedules.
Set and uphold quality standards in shop-floor and field operations, and verify the work of less experienced technicians.
Mentor and train personnel in equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and field procedures.
Develop and refine maintenance procedures, checklists, troubleshooting guides, and lessons learned.
Translate field experience and operational realities into recommendations for engineering and leadership.
Make informed decisions about complex maintenance workflows and repair approaches within the assigned area, communicating trade-offs to supervisors.
Drive productivity, maintain operational continuity, and support adjacent roles during staffing or scheduling gaps.
Take accountability for the quality, safety, and output of the assigned work scope.
Travel approximately 80% of the time, including domestic and international assignments, to support field operations, testing, maintenance, and customer requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
Dental and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the basic-plan premium for employees and 80% for dependents.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Competitive salary and opportunities for 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 a 24/7 telehealth helpline.
Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.