Senior Electrical Engineer – Navigation & Positioning Systems

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. POSITION OVERVIEW Saronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to drive research and development efforts in navigation and positioning technologies for autonomous marine systems. This individual will be responsible for evaluating, benchmarking, and integrating cutting-edge navigation and sensor technologies — including GNSS, IMUs, FOGs, LRGs, LiDARs, and supplemental sensing electronics — across Saronic’s fleet of autonomous vessels. This is a hands-on, technically focused role with a strong analytical and experimental component. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electrical systems design, system-level trade studies, and technology evaluation, and thrives at the intersection of hardware innovation and applied research. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Lead R&D initiatives focused on next-generation navigation and positioning solutions for autonomous vessels. - Design and execute benchmarking tests of commercial and prototype systems (GNSS, INS/IMU, radar, LiDAR, Doppler velocity logs, etc.), including lab, dockside, and sea-trial environments. - Perform trade studies and comparative analyses of current and emerging market offerings to inform system selection, integration paths, and performance improvements. - Develop system architectures and interface specifications for integrating navigation sensors with vessel control, autonomy, and data processing subsystems. - Prototype, test, and validate new electrical configurations supporting advanced sensing and positioning. - Author technical reports and white papers summarizing benchmarking results, performance metrics, and recommendations. - Collaborate with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless sensor fusion and data pipeline integrity. - Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal R&D roadmaps for navigation system evolution. - Contribute to IP generation, system qualification, and design standardization for future vessel platforms. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline. - 7+ years of professional experience in electrical systems engineering, preferably within marine, aerospace, automotive or defense domains. - Demonstrated expertise with navigation and positioning systems: GNSS, INS/IMU, radar, LiDAR, or sensor fusion. - Proven experience in system-level benchmarking, R&D experimentation, and trade study development. - Strong understanding of signal integrity, timing synchronization, and sensor data acquisition. - Proficiency with schematic and wiring design tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or SolidWorks Electrical). - Experience with communication interfaces such as CAN, Ethernet, and serial protocols. - Excellent technical writing and presentation skills — capable of producing concise, data-driven R&D documentation. - Ability to operate effectively in both lab and field environments, including vessel trials. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in autonomous or unmanned system development, particularly maritime platforms. - Familiarity with sensor fusion algorithms and real-time data processing pipelines. - Working knowledge of relevant industry standards (ABS, USCG, MIL-STD, IEC). - Background in environmental testing, EMI/EMC compliance, and system reliability analysis. - Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or model-based system simulations. 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: In