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Special Programs is responsible for generating new ideas, building and testing physical prototypes, and validating future products which continue Saronic’s mission to redefine maritime superiority.\nWe are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing, building, and testing a variety of complex systems, including autonomous platforms and edge devices. You will work on a diverse range of technical challenges, including the design of assemblies, structures, linkages, and other electromechanical components. You will collaborate with a small group of like-minded developers to solve robust problems with limited resources and time. You will design in CAD and build in the shop. 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