Mission Operations Lead for Autonomous Vessels

Front Door Defense; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off and Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Saronic Technologies in Austin, TX seeks a Mission Operations Manager to oversee safe operation of autonomous vessels and maintain SMS compliance across MASS. You will act as Designated Person Ashore, aligning shipboard and shore activities and guiding risk decisions.

Reporting to Senior Director, you will collaborate with Boat Captains, Marine Engineers, Deck Officers, and mission teams to develop safety standards, document procedures, and train personnel.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in maritime safety, marine operations, or vessel safety management.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and auditing vessel Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Strong knowledge of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, COLREGs) and USCG/flag state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Designated Person Ashore (DPA) and maintain SMS per IMO ISM Code.
• Advise operations on safety, risk, and compliance for autonomous vessels.
• Develop safety standards and acceptance criteria for launch, recovery, towing, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Maritime safety

Regulatory compliance

SMS auditing

Risk assessment

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies

Job description

Saronic Technologies in Austin, TX seeks a Mission Operations Manager to oversee safe operation of autonomous vessels and maintain SMS compliance across MASS. You will act as Designated Person Ashore, aligning shipboard and shore activities and guiding risk decisions.

Reporting to Senior Director, you will collaborate with Boat Captains, Marine Engineers, Deck Officers, and mission teams to develop safety standards, document procedures, and train personnel.