M&P Engineer - Metallics

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 an M&P Engineer - Metallics to lead the testing and strength allowable development of metallic materials into our maritime platforms. You will be responsible for developing lightweight, high-performance metallic structures optimized for maritime environments and aligned with mission-critical DoD performance and survivability requirements. Responsibilities

Develop and qualify metallic material allowables and process specifications for marine and aerospace structures 

Lead corrosion prevention and protection initiatives, including protective coatings, anodizing, passivation, sealants, and cathodic protection methods 

Define and validate welding and joining processes (fusion welding, friction stir welding, brazing, mechanical fastening) for structural metals 

Support test programs to evaluate fatigue, fracture toughness, and corrosion performance of metallic alloys. 

Provide guidance on marine environment durability of alloys, coatings, and assemblies 

Interface with suppliers and test labs to ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ASTM, AWS, MIL-STD, ISO, DNV) 

Troubleshoot metallurgical issues including weld defects, corrosion failures, and material non-conformance 

Document and maintain metallic material property databases, process specifications, and qualification records 

Support certification efforts by generating technical justification and substantiation packages for materials and processes 

Document and maintain material property databases, ensuring traceability and alignment with regulatory requirements 

Support root cause analysis and corrective action for process and material non-conformances 

Lead or support continuous improvement activities that inform design-for-cost and design-for-manufacturing activities 

Collaborate 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, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field 

2+ years of experience in aerospace and/or marine metallic materials and processes development 

Knowledge of corrosion science, coatings, and protective systems for marine and aerospace environments 

Hands-on experience with welding and joining processes, weld procedure qualification, and NDI methods 

Familiarity with structural alloys (aluminum, titanium, steels, nickel alloys) and their corrosion and fatigue behaviors 

Experience interpreting and applying standards (ASTM, AWS D1.1/D17.1, MIL-STD, SAE, ISO, DNV, etc.) 

Strong analytical skills for evaluating material performance data 

Excellent communication skills, with ability to produce clear technical documentation and specifications 

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Occasional standing and walking within the office

Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)