Maritime Autonomy Programs Lead

Saronic Technologies; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Saronic Technologies seeks a hands-on Program Manager to own scope, schedule, and risk across SOCOM-focused contracts. The role emphasizes close collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Training teams to ensure on-time, compliant execution.

You will coordinate design, on-water testing, and readiness activities, while maintaining documentation and risk registers. Travel up to 35% and a security clearance-ready background are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Naval Architecture, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in program management, preferably in defense/engineering/technical environments.
• Familiarity with DoD program requirements, government contracting, and recognized PM standards.
• Working knowledge of maritime and/or autonomous systems; ability to read technical docs and engage with engineers.
• 3+ years using software tools (MS Project, MS Office, Confluence, Slack) and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate SOCOM opportunities into clear scope and realistic schedules with Growth.
• Support proposals with scope, statements of work, and basis of estimate.
• Maintain work breakdown structures and execution schedules linked to engineering and production.

Skills

Program management

DoD familiarity

Maritime/autonomous systems knowledge

Ownership & accountability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree (engineering/Naval Architecture/Business/PM)

Tools

MS Project

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Confluence

Slack

Job description

Saronic Technologies seeks a hands-on Program Manager to own scope, schedule, and risk across SOCOM-focused contracts. The role emphasizes close collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Training teams to ensure on-time, compliant execution.

You will coordinate design, on-water testing, and readiness activities, while maintaining documentation and risk registers. Travel up to 35% and a security clearance-ready background are preferred.