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Production Engineer

Saronic Technologies

Saronic Technologies

Product
Franklin, LA, USA
Posted on Oct 9, 2025
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Summary

  • The Production Engineer is essential in ensuring robust production support and facilitating the scaling of production processes. This role is responsible for integrating new and advanced technical methods seamlessly into the shipyard’s capabilities, supporting the transition from low-rate to high-volume production, and spearheading the adoption of new automated production assets and software enhancements.

Technical Knowledge

  • 1. Ensure strict adherence to paperwork and requirements for quality and compliance
  • 2. Can work directly with software engineering team on buildout of shipyard/production management system
  • 3. Own problem solving and disposition of production defects, drive root cause problem solving to impact yield and rework rates
  • 4. Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project

Job Proficiency

  • 1. Create production processes in unstructured areas of our operational system
  • 2. Support the shipyard’s transition from low-rate to high-volume production, identifying and implementing necessary changes in processes and infrastructure
  • 3. Assist in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency
  • 4. Onboard new automated production assets, collaborating with software and manufacturing engineering to drive improvements in software products that support production processes
  • 5. Initial major tasking will include leading and/or supporting translating all shipbuilding processes from anecdotal knowledge into a digital and scalable format

Culture and Collaboration

  • 1. Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols
  • 2. Assist in the training and development of other production engineers, as well as manufacturing engineers
  • 3. Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows
  • 4. Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment
  • 5. Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • 6. Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally
  • 7. Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals

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 careSaronic 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: 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 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.