Sr. Quality Engineer

Saronic Technologies • Austin, TX

25d

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives supporting the manufacturing, integration, and delivery of complex electro-mechanical systems for autonomous surface vessels. The role serves as a technical authority on the production and integration floor, applying sound technical judgment and design intent to quality decisions, complex technical issues, and production support. The engineer partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to protect product integrity and operational excellence while balancing quality, safety, performance, and delivery requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Ocean, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, including demonstrated experience in quality engineering, manufacturing quality, or production support.
• Experience supporting complex electro-mechanical assemblies, integrated systems, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and product acceptance requirements.
• Expertise in root cause analysis, nonconformance management, corrective and preventive action (CAPA), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience developing inspection plans, defining acceptance criteria, and making risk-based quality decisions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and bills of materials to evaluate product conformity and support technical issue resolution.
• Experience collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve complex production issues.
• Strong analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive issues to resolution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace, defense, maritime, or other highly regulated engineering environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, and other applicable quality management system requirements.
• Experience mentoring engineers or inspectors and leading cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve quality assurance processes, inspection strategies, and manufacturing controls.
• Provide senior-level technical guidance on the production and integration floor and ensure adherence to engineering requirements and quality standards.
• Lead the evaluation and resolution of complex nonconformances, including in-process disposition recommendations and approvals within delegated authority.
• Ensure nonconformance dispositions align with design intent, drawings, engineering specifications, and applicable standards; coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Facilitate complex root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and drive corrective and preventive actions, validating their effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and quality checkpoints; mentor inspectors and technicians in consistent application of quality requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and bills of materials for manufacturability, inspection requirements, and compliance with design intent.
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to resolve technical issues and support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Design Change Orders (DCOs).
• Lead improvements to manufacturing controls, defect reduction, first-pass yield, rework, scrap, product reliability, process capability, and production efficiency.
• Establish and monitor quality metrics, including defect rates, nonconformance trends, rework, scrap, and corrective action effectiveness; communicate findings, risks, and improvement plans to stakeholders.
• Evaluate product and process risks, prioritize issues based on safety, performance, reliability, and customer impact, and drive timely resolution of issues affecting production readiness or customer delivery.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in manufacturing quality and nonconformance resolution; mentor Quality Engineers, inspectors, and production personnel.
• Ensure manufacturing and inspection activities comply with internal quality requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards; contribute to quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation.

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 employee premium and 80% of dependent premiums.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Competitive salary with 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 options, including a 24/7 telehealth helpline.
• Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior