Diesel Technician, Instructor

Diesel Technician, Instructor Design and deliver hands‑on diesel maintenance training for autonomous surface vessel operators

Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Job Tags: Hardware

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.

Saronic is seeking a Diesel Technician Instructor to design, develop, and deliver advanced technical training programs focused on diesel propulsion systems supporting our autonomous surface vessels (ASVs). This role blends curriculum development, hands‑on maintenance training, and field‑based technical support to ensure mission readiness across internal teams, contracted customers, and DoD partners.

You will be responsible for both creating and executing hands‑on training initiatives that encompass diesel engine maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and system troubleshooting. This role also contributes to team readiness, supports development of professional certification pathways, drives technical standards, and ensures personnel are prepared to maintain and sustain Saronic‑operated vessels in operational environments.

• Lead instructor‑led training for internal personnel and external customers on diesel engine systems, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting workflows
• Facilitate hands‑on labs, practical maintenance exercises, and field‑based training events
• Serve as the primary interface for trainee learning, ensuring comprehension, engagement, and technical proficiency
• Evaluate trainee performance, administer assessments, and provide actionable feedback and remediation
• Lead certification events and qualification checkouts for diesel maintenance personnel

• Translate real‑world maintenance workflows and technical procedures into structured, scalable training programs
• Develop and maintain training materials, including lesson plans, SOPs, technical guides, and practical exercises
• Continuously refine curriculum based on field experience, trainee performance, and system updates
• Partner with Engineering, Product, and Mission Operations teams to ensure training reflects current configurations and approved maintenance practices

• Own customer onboarding and training delivery for diesel maintenance programs
• Translate complex mechanical and electrical concepts into clear, operator‑focused instruction
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers during training and early operational deployment
• Gather feedback from trainees and customers to inform improvements to training and maintenance processes

• Support on‑site and on‑water training events, demonstrations, and mission scenarios
• Diagnose and troubleshoot diesel engine issues in operational environments while incorporating lessons into training
• Ensure training environments reflect real‑world maintenance conditions and operational constraints
• Assist with validation of maintenance procedures and system performance in field settings

• Perform and instruct routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks
• Diagnose and repair diesel engine malfunctions, mechanical issues, and electrical faults
• Inspect, test, overhaul, and rebuild diesel engine systems including fuel systems, turbochargers, and exhaust systems
• Utilize diagnostic tools, technical manuals, and schematics to support troubleshooting and instruction
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance procedures, service history, and system performance

• Collaborate with Mission Training, Engineering, Mission Operations, and Product teams to align training with system updates
• Support knowledge transfer from development teams into training programs
• Foster a collaborative, learning‑focused environment across instructors and trainees
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to other instructors and maintenance personnel

• Demonstrated success in technical instruction, field…