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Manufacturing Systems Engineering Technician

Austin, Texas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Overview

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Engineering Technician to provide hands-on technical support across our manufacturing environment. This role sits at the intersection of IT and production, ensuring that critical systems—such as Zebra printers, barcode scanners, production workstations, and manufacturing applications—operate reliably and efficiently. You will be a key partner to IT, manufacturing, and operations teams, supporting day-to-day production activities while driving continuous improvement in systems, processes, and uptime.

Responsibilities

  • Provide frontline and escalated support for manufacturing systems and operational technology, including Zebra printers (ZPL configuration and troubleshooting), barcode scanners, production-floor workstations and displays, shop-floor networking, and connected IoT devices.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, application, and network issues impacting production, with urgency and precision to minimize downtime.

  • Act as a primary responder for manufacturing system incidents and coordinate cross-functional resolution efforts when necessary.

  • Support data-related tasks and production workflows, including basic query troubleshooting (SQL, Splunk; Python is a plus).

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 3+ years of experience in technical support, IT/OT, or a similar role.

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware, software, and networking issues.

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.

  • Strong problem-solving mindset, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with manufacturing systems (MES, PLCs, SCADA).

  • Experience with industrial label printers (Zebra, ZPL, BarTender, etc.).

  • Experience supporting production environments or shop-floor systems.

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

This role 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 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

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.

About Saronic

Saronic

Saronic is one of the fastest-growing defense technology companies focused on autonomous maritime systems for the U.S. military. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company builds intelligent Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) designed to improve maritime surveillance, operational reach, and force protection in contested environments. Saronic is helping modernize naval operations through AI-powered unmanned vessels capable of supporting missions ranging from reconnaissance and logistics to distributed maritime operations.

For job seekers, Saronic offers opportunities to work on some of the most advanced technologies in maritime defense, including autonomy, robotics, AI, naval architecture, software engineering, manufacturing, and mission operations. The company hires across mechanical engineering, embedded systems, autonomy software, marine design, production, and field testing—making it especially attractive to engineers, veterans, maritime professionals, and builders who want hands-on ownership of mission-critical systems.

Unlike traditional shipbuilders or legacy defense contractors, Saronic operates with a startup-style engineering culture centered around speed, rapid prototyping, and real-world deployment. Employees work closely across hardware, software, and field operations to design, test, and scale autonomous vessels faster than traditional defense timelines, giving team members direct exposure to high-impact products supporting national security missions.

As the U.S. military increases investment in autonomous naval systems and maritime modernization, Saronic continues to grow rapidly through major funding rounds, Navy contracts, and manufacturing expansion. For professionals seeking a high-growth defense company at the intersection of AI, robotics, and naval technology, Saronic is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting employers in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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