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Mechanic (Deployable)

Saronic · Virginia Beach, VA

Posted Nov 5, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$75K–$188K

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From the posting

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.

JOB SUMMARY

Saronic is seeking a Mechanic IV to serve as the senior hands-on technician for our deployable maintenance footprint, supporting our autonomous platforms, including the 12 ft UUV, the 24 ft Corsair, and the 52 ft Mirage, at test sites, depots, and forward operating locations. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Deployable Operations within the Sustainment organization, you will diagnose, repair, and sustain diesel, mechanical, electrical, and integrated vehicle systems in the field and set the technical and quality standard the rest of the team works to.

This is the most senior wrench on the deck plate. Managers set priorities and own the schedule; junior technicians execute the routine work. You are the technical reference in between — the person who takes the hard diagnosis, decides the repair approach, verifies the quality of everyone else's work, and keeps operations moving when the answer is not in the manual. The ideal candidate has deep marine diesel experience, is credible across mechanical, electrical, and networked systems, and is comfortable working independently in remote, fast-moving environments with incomplete information.

Scope of the role

· Senior-level diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance across all supported platforms, CONUS and OCONUS …

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Job inventory

Required 8 items

  • 5y

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (or 2+ years of related experience)

Experience: 5+ years of experience in diesel mechanical

Skills and tools: Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Networking, Troubleshooting

Clearance and work authorization: Ability to obtain a Secret clearance, US person (ITAR)

Preferred 1 item

Certifications and licenses: Diesel engine certification

Also in the posting: Travel 80%; Lift up to 50 lbs; Swim and tread water; Work flexible schedules; Work outdoors in marine environments

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