Autonomous Maritime Mission Operations Specialist

Front Door Defense; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Mission Operations Specialist to plan and execute autonomous vessel missions for DoD partners, with on-site support for integration and operations in Austin, TX. The role requires frequent travel up to 80% to partner locations and customer sites.

You will coordinate mission plans, assist with field testing, data collection, and real-time troubleshooting of ASV systems, acting as a liaison between partners and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years in field support or customer-facing technical roles.
• Experience with complex hardware or software systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Technical Support: provide on-site support to partners during integration, installation, commissioning, and operations. Troubleshoot complex ASV issues.
• System Integration: collaborate with partners to integrate vessels into existing systems and validate interoperability.
• Customer Training and Documentation: conduct training sessions, develop guides and documentation for operators.
• Remote Support and Troubleshooting: provide remote assistance and guide users to resolution.
• Field Testing and Validation: participate in field tests, collect data, and report findings to engineering.
• Customer Relationship Management: build strong partner relationships and align goals with internal teams.
• Travel Management: plan and coordinate travel logistics for on-site visits.
• Planning: develop mission plans considering routes, conditions, and risk.
• ASV Operations and Monitoring: oversee missions, monitor sensors, and adjust parameters as needed.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: analyze mission data and generate actionable insights.
• Compliance and Safety: ensure DoD regulatory and safety compliance.

Skills

Technical support

System integration

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Mission planning software

GIS tools

Maritime navigation systems

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Mission Operations Specialist to plan and execute autonomous vessel missions for DoD partners, with on-site support for integration and operations in Austin, TX. The role requires frequent travel up to 80% to partner locations and customer sites.

You will coordinate mission plans, assist with field testing, data collection, and real-time troubleshooting of ASV systems, acting as a liaison between partners and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.