Electrical Test Engineer at Saronic Technologies (Austin, TX)
Saronic Technologies· Austin, TX·
Role details
Medical Insurance · Dental And Vision Insurance · 401(K) Plan With Company Match · Performance-Based Bonuses · Stock Options · Life And Disability Insurance · Pet Insurance · Free Lunch Benefit
Saronic Technologies at a glance
Saronic builds autonomous surface vessels and the software to command them, aiming to give the U.S. Navy and allied fleets uncrewed ships at scale.
Saronic designs, builds, and operates autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) for naval and maritime missions, pairing in-house hardware with AI-driven autonomy and command-and-control software. The vessels run from the 24-foot Corsair to the 180-foot Marauder, and Saronic sells the whole stack: the boats, the autonomy, and the mission-control software that ties a fleet together.
$2.85B+ raised · latest: Series D · $1.75B · 2026 · backed by Kleiner Perkins, Andreessen Horowitz, 8VC, Caffeinated Capital
Summary
The Electrical Test Engineer develops and executes test plans for vehicle and subsystem programs, focusing on electrical validation and automated test equipment (ATE) development. The role involves translating requirements into test cases, performing functional and reliability testing, and collaborating cross-functi...
Job description
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.
Job Overview Saronic is seeking an Electrical Test Engineer to support the development and execution of electrical test plans across vehicle and subsystem programs. This role is responsible for executing verification activities aligned with the engineering design process, developing and maintaining automated test equipment (ATE), and working cross-functionally to ensure electrical designs are thoroughly validated prior to release. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in electrical validation and test development, and is excited to work in a fast-paced hardware environment supporting complex electromechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities: Test Plan Development & Execution
- Develop and execute structured test plans in accordance with the engineering design process (requirements → design → verification → validation).
- Translate system and subsystem requirements into test cases and procedures.
- Perform electrical verification testing at board, subsystem, and system levels.
- Execute functional, regression, environmental, and reliability testing.
- Document test procedures, results, and deviations clearly and accurately.
- Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of electrical failures.
Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Development
- Assist in the design, build, and maintenance of automated test equipment for PCBAs, harnesses, power systems, and integrated assemblies.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar tools.
- Integrate lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, DAQs, power supplies, loads, etc.) into automated test systems.
- Design and support development of test fixtures to improve repeatability and efficiency.
- Contribute to improvements in test automation, data collection, and reporting.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with electrical, mechanical, firmware, systems, and manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are testable and properly validated.
- Participate in design reviews and provide input on testability and verification coverage.
- Collaborate with technicians to execute testing and refine procedures.
- Support the transition of engineering validation tests into production environments when needed.
- Assist with troubleshooting and validation of fielded hardware.
Process & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate and organized test documentation and version control.
- Contribute to lab infrastructure improvements and best practices.
- Support continuous improvement of test methodologies and data analysis approaches.
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety and quality standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in electrical test engineering, hardware validation, or related role.
- Working knowledge of the engineering design lifecycle and verification processes.
- Experience using electrical lab instrumentation and measurement techniques.
- Experience developing or maintaining automated test scripts (Python, LabVIEW, or similar).
- Strong troubleshooting skills across analog, digital, and power electronics systems.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in robotics, autonomous systems, defense, maritime, or ruggedized hardware.
- Familiarity with power systems, battery systems, or embedded hardware.
- Exposure to manufacturing test or DFM/DFT principles.
- Experience with requirements traceability and structured test documentation.
- Experience working in fast-paced product development environments.
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan 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 with company match
- 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
- Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees
If this role is based in the United States, it 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 govinfo.gov/1324b.
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Why work at Saronic Technologies
- Culture: Values include “United We Win” (teamwork, respect), “Trust Fuels Triumph” (transparency, integrity), “Solutions Driven” (creative problem‑solving), and “One Mission” (national security focus).
- Work environment: Primarily on‑site in Austin, TX, with additional offices in Australia, UK, and Japan. High‑growth startup pace with a mission‑driven defense focus.
- Perks & ratings: LinkedIn employer rating 4.2/5.0 (compensation 4.5, culture 4.0, career 4.3). Notable talent drawn from SpaceX, Tesla, Anduril, Blue Origin, and Lockheed Martin.
- Engineering culture: Heavy emphasis on cross‑disciplinary teams (perception, navigation, ML, C2, systems integration) and building “captainless” ships.