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Saronic Technologies

Marine Designer/Drafter at Saronic Technologies (New Orleans, LA)

Saronic Technologies· New Orleans, LA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time
Work auth
Required
Skills
CAD draftingNXShipConstructorAutoCADRhinoVessel designMechanical designElectrical designStructural designPiping designMaritime regulatory requirements
Benefits

Medical Insurance · Dental And Vision Insurance · Health Insurance Premiums Paid By Employer · 100% Employer-Paid Premium For Employees · 80% Employer-Paid Premium For Dependents · Generous PTO And Holidays · Paid Maternity And Paternity Leave · Performance-Based Bonuses

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 Marine Designer/Drafter supports the development of autonomous surface vessels by creating detailed 2D and 3D models, ship construction drawings, and technical documentation. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams on vessel design implementation while ensuring compliance with maritime regulatory...

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 We are seeking talented and motivated marine designers and drafters to support the development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional vessel design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Support new vessel construction through detailed 2D and 3D modeling and technical drawing production
  • Create and modify ship construction drawings
  • Work directly with naval architects, marine engineers, and electrical engineers on new vessel design implementation
  • Maintain strict drawing standards
  • Create documentation for marine regulatory compliance

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field of study
  • Minimum 3 – 5 years of CAD drafting experience
  • Strong fundamentals in one or more areas of vessel design: general design, mechanical design, electrical design, structural design, and piping design
  • Knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes and sequences
  • Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software like NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and Rhino

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

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.

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