About the job
Saronic Technologies is at the forefront of transforming maritime autonomy, committed to crafting advanced solutions that significantly improve maritime operations via intelligent and autonomous platforms.
Job Overview
We are on the lookout for an M&P Engineer - Metallics who will spearhead the testing and allowable strength development of metallic materials for our maritime platforms. This role involves creating lightweight, high-performance metallic structures that are optimized for marine environments and meet critical DoD performance and survivability standards.
Responsibilities
Develop and validate metallic material allowables and process specifications tailored for marine and aerospace structures.
Lead initiatives for corrosion prevention and protection, encompassing protective coatings, anodizing, passivation, sealants, and cathodic protection methods.
Define and validate welding and joining processes including fusion welding, friction stir welding, brazing, and mechanical fastening for structural metals.
Support testing programs aimed at assessing fatigue, fracture toughness, and corrosion resistance of metallic alloys.
Provide expertise on the durability of alloys, coatings, and assemblies in marine environments.
Collaborate with suppliers and test laboratories to ensure adherence to relevant standards (e.g., ASTM, AWS, MIL-STD, ISO, DNV).
Troubleshoot metallurgical challenges such as weld defects, corrosion failures, and material non-conformance.
Document and maintain comprehensive metallic material property databases, process specifications, and qualification records.
Assist in certification efforts by generating technical justifications and substantiation packages for materials and processes.
Ensure traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation of material properties.
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process and material non-conformances.
Lead or assist in continuous improvement initiatives that inform design-for-cost and design-for-manufacturing methodologies.
Work collaboratively with certification teams to provide technical justification and documentation for material allowables used in structural substantiation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in metallic materials testing and development.
Strong understanding of corrosion mechanisms and prevention strategies.
Familiarity with welding and joining technologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
