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Small Parts Infusion – Composites Technician

Austin, Texas
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

Position Summary:

As a Small Parts Infusion – Composites Technician, you will be responsible for infusing high-performance composite parts used in the structure and systems of our autonomous vessels. You will focus on small to medium-sized components, employing vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM), LRTM, setting up vacuum manifolds, bagging parts, drop tests, maintaining vacuum catch pots, mixing resin and MEKP to appropriate ratios, and other infusion techniques. This hands-on role is critical to our manufacturing process and directly impacts product reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Attention to detail and commitment to industry-leading standards

  • Prepare molds and tooling for composite layup and infusion

  • Perform precise hand layups using dry fiber materials

  • Set up and execute vacuum-assisted resin infusion processes

  • Mix and handle resins, hardeners, and other composite materials in accordance with safety protocols

  • Trim, demold, and finish small composite components to required tolerances

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant workspace

  • Interpret technical drawings, layup schedules, and process documentation using a tablet

  • Collaborate closely with engineering and quality teams to iterate on part design and manufacturability

  • Document work performed and identify process improvements or quality issues

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with composites manufacturing, particularly resin infusion at a high rate boat building factory

  • Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a quality-first mindset

  • Experience with vacuum bagging, mold prep, and curing processes

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, iterative environment

  • Familiarity with vinyl ester and polyester resins, carbon fiber, dry fiberglass

  • Comfortable using trimming tools, grinders, and measurement instruments

  • Able to read technical drawings and follow standard operating procedures

  • U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) required due to DoD contract work

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with aerospace, marine, or defense composite fabrication

  • Knowledge of cleanroom procedures or controlled environment manufacturing

  • Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems

  • Forklift or crane certification a plus

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 99% 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

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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