Mission Operations Lead - Autonomous Maritime Systems

Saronic Technologies; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

401(k) Plan with company match

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is a leader in autonomy at sea, delivering advanced solutions for maritime operations. The Mission Operations Specialist will plan and run ASV missions, provide on-site support during integration and operations, and coordinate projects from concept to delivery.

The role requires frequent travel (up to 80%), collaboration with DoD partners, and close work with engineering, program management, and customers to ensure successful mission outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred.
• 3+ years in field support or customer-facing technical role with complex hardware/software.
• Experience coordinating projects and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support during product integration, installation, and operations.
• Integrate autonomous surface vessels into customers' systems and test interoperability.
• Conduct training sessions and develop technical documentation for customers.
• Provide remote support and troubleshoot complex issues with the team.
• Participate in field testing and data collection to inform engineering improvements.
• Manage customer relationships and act as liaison between customers and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and product enhancements.
• Coordinate travel logistics for on-site visits and plan missions.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Mission planning software

GIS tools

Maritime navigation systems

Remote support tools

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in autonomy at sea, delivering advanced solutions for maritime operations. The Mission Operations Specialist will plan and run ASV missions, provide on-site support during integration and operations, and coordinate projects from concept to delivery.

The role requires frequent travel (up to 80%), collaboration with DoD partners, and close work with engineering, program management, and customers to ensure successful mission outcomes.