Saronic
Mission Operations Chief Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site · Full-time · Posted Aug 18, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering or a related field is preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- For roles based in the United States, the position requires U.S. Person status to access export-controlled information or items.
About the job
Operates and maintains the engine room and engineering systems of Marauder, an autonomous surface vessel, to support safe, reliable mission execution.
What you'll do
- Maintain and repair vessel machinery and engineering systems; oversee safe engine-room operations and address issues while underway.
- Manage spare-parts inventory and ordering, and help develop and carry out the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
- Keep engineering systems operational and reliable in support of missions.
What they ask for
- Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer – STCW 3,000 kW / 4,000 HP or greater (Unlimited).
- STCW Basic Training and Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW).
- Valid TWIC, USCG Medical Certificate, and passport.
- Demonstrated proficiency in marine engineering systems and vessel machinery; must pass background check and USCG/DOT drug testing.
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering or a related field; experience with waterjet propulsion systems.
- Experience with autonomous or unmanned maritime systems, marine automation platforms, or DoW or other government agencies; security clearance eligibility.
Tools
Planned Maintenance System (PMS)
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