Test Engineer Intern (Fall 2026)

Job Overview

Saronic Technologies seeks a Test Engineer Intern to join a team developing autonomous surface vessels. The role offers hands-on experience in a critical sector and aligns with students' interests in defense tech.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of hardware and software systems for Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs)
• Participate in the analysis of ASV hull forms for stability, hydrodynamics, and structural integrity
• Contribute to the testing and validation of ASV prototypes and vessel autonomy algorithms, including navigation, object detection, and collision avoidance
• Assist in computational fluid dynamics simulations to evaluate vessel performance
• Research and implement solutions for sensor integration, data processing, and machine learning applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and refine ASV prototypes
• Document progress, prepare and write reports, and present findings to the team
• Support the downstream workflow of directed research, design, and build-related tasks
• Execute engineering report writing, data acquisition, and data analysis
• Contribute using hand and power tools, Arduino, and Raspberry PI programming

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field
• Experience with design and simulation tools, such as Rhino, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks (plus)
• Experience with engineering calculations, solid modeling, and drawing
• Experience with engineering report writing, data acquisition, data analysis, hand and power tools, Arduino, and Raspberry PI programming (plus)
• Preferable coursework in CAD, Machine Element Design, and Solid and Fluid Mechanics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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)