Mechanic (Deployable)

Saronic Technologies•Virginia Beach, VA

4d•$130,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking a senior hands-on mechanic to support deployable maintenance operations for 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 in the United States and internationally. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Deployable Operations, the mechanic diagnoses, repairs, and sustains diesel, mechanical, electrical, and integrated vehicle systems in the field, serving as the technical reference and quality standard for the team. The mechanic takes on complex diagnostics, determines repair approaches, verifies the quality of other technicians’ work, and helps keep operations moving when problems are not covered by existing manuals. The role includes diesel propulsion overhaul and rebuild support, preventive maintenance, system validation, development of maintenance procedures, and mentorship of less experienced technicians. The mechanic also represents the technical team to engineers, operators, customers, and other stakeholders during field operations and testing. Travel is approximately 80%, including domestic and international assignments. Schedules may be flexible and include evenings, weekends, and extended days when operationally required. The position may involve deployment to austere or inhospitable environments, including locations where indirect fire is an operational condition. Work includes extended periods outdoors in marine and waterside environments and physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., working in confined spaces, and spending extended periods on the water. The employee must be able to certify as fit for work by demonstrating the ability to swim and tread water, and must wear required personal protective equipment.

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, documentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively within 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.
For U.S.-based work, must qualify as a U.S. Person to access export-controlled information or items.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and perform repetitive lifting, pushing, carrying, bending, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, and work in confined or low-clearance spaces.
Ability to adhere to safety and disposal procedures when exposed to loud noise, vibration, engine exhaust, and hazardous materials, and to wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational training in diesel, marine, or industrial systems; equivalent military technical training and experience is considered.
Marine diesel and/or Volvo Penta VODIA experience.
Diesel engine certification, such as Volvo Penta, Cummins, or equivalent.
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.
Perform 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 technical documentation, including maintenance records, troubleshooting notes, system configurations, test results, parts usage, and equipment deficiencies.
Identify systemic quality issues and recurring failures, and recommend corrective actions to supervisors and the maintenance program.
Proactively flag risks, parts shortfalls, and resource constraints before they affect operations or schedules.
Travel approximately 80% for domestic and international field operations, testing, maintenance, and customer requirements.
Set and uphold quality standards in shop-floor and field operations, and verify the work of less experienced technicians.
Mentor and train personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and field procedures.
Develop and refine maintenance procedures, checklists, troubleshooting guides, and lessons learned.
Serve as a technical resource for cross-functional teams and field deployments, translating field conditions into recommendations for engineering and leadership.
Make informed decisions about complex maintenance workflows and repair approaches, and communicate trade-offs to supervisors.
Drive productivity and take initiative to maintain operational continuity, including covering adjacent roles when needed.
Take accountability for the quality, safety, and output of the assigned area or work scope.

Benefits

Medical insurance; Saronic pays 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums.
Dental and vision insurance; Saronic pays 100% of the basic-plan employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
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.