Providing the most advanced and capable autonomous vessels in the maritime domain. Backed by Bessemer, General Catalyst and Kleiner Perkins.
About the role
Position Overview: The New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Engineer – Naval is responsible for ensuring that new products are designed, developed, and launched in compliance with quality standards and regulatory/stakeholder requirements. This role drives risk-based quality planning, ensuring that outputs from design and process development are effectively translated into control plans and inspection strategies to support scalable, repeatable manufacturing. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
- 2+ years in maritime, defense, robotics, or complex electromechanical systems
- Basic fundamentals in core naval architecture principles, includingship design, stability, structures, propulsion, and hydrodynamics
- Strong knowledge of: PFMEA / DFMEA , control plans, inspection planning & metrology, root cause analysis methodologies
- Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar QMS standards
- Basic proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, etc.)
More about this role
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.
Position Overview: The New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Engineer – Naval is responsible for ensuring that new products are designed, developed, and launched in compliance with quality standards and regulatory/stakeholder requirements. This role drives risk-based quality planning, ensuring that outputs from design and process development are effectively translated into control plans and inspection strategies to support scalable, repeatable manufacturing.
The NPI Quality Engineer partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality to proactively identify risks, implement controls, and ensure strong product realization from prototype through production.
Lead quality activities throughout the NPI lifecycle
Develop and maintain Quality plans aligned with program milestones
Use best practices with regards to compliance with AS9100 / ISO 9001 requirements during product introduction
Participate in design reviews, gate reviews, first article...
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