April 10, 2026 Melissa Kashouh

Saronic – Senior/Lead Marine Designer/Drafter

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● TALENT ONE MARKET INTELLIGENCE: SARONIC

πŸ”₯ TALENT LIQUIDITY:
Extremely tight. The intersection of traditional naval architecture and autonomous systems is a niche with a 1:12 supply-to-demand ratio.

πŸ“ˆ ALPHA SIGNAL:
Autonomous maritime is the next frontier of defense spending. Securing a lead role here puts you at the center of a multi-billion dollar pivot, ensuring your compensation package is tied to high-growth defense innovation rather than stagnant legacy shipbuilding.

EST. COMPENSATION
$130k – $165k Base + Equity/Performance Bonus
SECTOR HEAT
85.9/100
CANDIDATE PROTOCOL: Highlight your experience with modular design and rapid prototyping. If you have worked on vessel integration for unmanned systems, lead with thatβ€”it is your primary moat.

Official Role Description: Saronic

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.We are seeking talented and motivated marine designers and drafters to support the development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional vessel design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation.ResponsibilitiesSupport new vessel construction through detailed 2D and 3D modeling and technical drawings and production supportCreate and modify ship construction drawingsWork directly with naval architects, marine engineers, structural engineers, and electrical engineers on new vessel design implementationDevelop and maintain strict drawing standards and best practicesMentor and guide other designers in both CAD modeling and ship design best practicesCreate documentation for marine regulatory complianceWork with production and build engineering team to document as built detailsQualificationsAssociate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field of study6+ years of CAD drafting experience in the marine industryExperience leading a team of marine designersStrong expertise in one or more areas of vessel design: general design, mechanical design, electrical design, structural design, and piping designKnowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes and sequencesExperience creating and submitting drawing for submittal to classification societies such as ABS, DNV, and LR.Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software like NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and RhinoBenefitsMedical Insurance:Β Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of servicesDental and Vision Insurance:Β Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision careSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsTime Off:Β Generous PTO and HolidaysParental Leave:Β Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parentsCompetitive Salary:Β Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonusesRetirement Plan:Β 401(k) planStock Options:Β Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s successLife and Disability Insurance:Β Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverageAdditional Perks:Β Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the officeΒ This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require β€œU.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a β€œU.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.This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require β€œU.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a β€œU.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.

Melissa Kashouh

Founder of Talent One I help enterprise leaders and investors forecast hiring surges, talent shortages, and market friction up to six weeks in advance using our patent-pending predictive intelligence platform. As the founder of Talent One AI (the intelligence layer of The Talent One), I built a system that turns lagging recruiting data into actionable foresight β€” helping companies reduce technical debt, protect employer brand, and hire ahead of the curve. Based in Providence, Rhode Island.
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