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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mission Operations Engineer (Platform) - **Company:** Saronic Technologies - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Data Integrity, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Network Protocols, Software Engineering, Data Logging, Data Processing, Information Technology - **Published:** June 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3e661965f71ed6ec ## About the Role Do you have experience in Outdoor work?, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field * 1+ years of hands-on engineering experience (design teams and previous internships qualify), * Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills (HW/SW) and ability to work effectively in challenging field conditions such as off-shore in open water * Experience and knowledge of best practices in planning and execution of complex test operations involving autonomous systems * Knowledge of networking protocols and communication systems used in autonomous vessels * Systems engineering experience, ability to understand multi-disciplinary integrated systems * Experience with sensor integration such as EO/IR, radar, IMU, and data processing * Experience with integration and testing of multi-disciplinary integrated systems * Experience with robotics, AI, or machine learning applications * Familiarity with software development in Rust, Python, or other languages and CLI environment * Familiarity with maritime operations * Understanding of DoD requirements and standards for autonomous systems * Experience working with embedded systems and real-time computing * Job requires up to 50% travel. Physical Demands * Ability to certify as "fit for work" by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water * Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 75 lbs. * Will be exposed to marine environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray, often for extended periods * Must be able to operate in daylight, low-light, and night conditions using marine navigation systems and visual cues * Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day * The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs ## Description How you support the mission * Develop deep understanding of vehicle HW and SW architecture, and how the vehicle operates as a integrated system. * Lead planning and execution of structured field tests for vessel performance pertaining to autonomous navigation, perception, communications, and sensor integration, among other vessel functionalities. * Diagnose and perform real-time troubleshooting of autonomy, networking, and onboard hardware or software during test events. * Implement solutions for testing, safety of vessel operations, and system robustness to maximize efficiency. * Own data logging and telemetry monitoring systems; ensure data integrity for post-test analysis. * Contribute to root cause analysis (RCCA) and issue triage workflows after field anomalies, with reporting to relevant review boards to eliminate repeat issues. * Maintain autonomous vessels and test environments, including vessel and support craft operations, through the use of telemetry tools and onboard diagnostics to enhance reliability of all equipment and products. * Ensure testing aligns with DoD performance, compliance, and safety standards when applicable. How you support the team * Lead planning and execution of test cases to validate software updates, autonomy behaviors, and integrated system functionality. * Interface with autonomy, software, hardware, and systems teams to translate product requirements into field-validated test objectives. * Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. * Develop test procedures, checklists, and safety protocols to support repeatable and safe vessel operation and overall mission execution while eliminating process waste. * Create post-mission reports with detailed logs, data plots, issue summaries, and engineering feedback. ## Related Videos - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Exploring 5 Key Applications of AI Abundance with Blockchain Assurance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/971-exploring-5-key-applications-of-ai-abundance-with-blockchain-assurance) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Build Delightful Mobile Experiences with Kotlin, Realm, and Atlas Device Sync](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/694-build-delightful-mobile-experiences-with-kotlin-realm-and-atlas-device-sync) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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