Saronic Technologies · 21 hours ago
Strategic Partnerships Manager
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. The Strategic Partnerships Manager will build and execute high-impact partnerships across the defense, technology, and maritime sectors, collaborating closely with executive leadership to support the growth of products and the company.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity
Responsibilities
Develop and execute partnership strategies: Identify and prioritize potential partnership opportunities across the defense and commercial maritime sectors, engaging with senior stakeholders from a broad range of organizations spanning established defense companies, emerging technology providers, key supplier partners, academic organizations, and Government entities
Build and maintain deep, trust-based relationships: Establish and nurture strong working relationships with key decision-makers and change agents with established and prospective partner organizations
Balance strategic vision and hands-on execution in complex, fast-paced environments: Flex seamlessly from identifying new partnership opportunities to support business objectives to structuring agreements to ensuring seamless transitions from deal to delivery
Coordinate across the company: Lead efforts to structure and establish enduring agreements that support growth, engineering, product, and software team objectives
Negotiate partnership agreements: Lead negotiations on partnership terms, agreements, and contracts, ensuring that all parties' interests are met while advancing company objectives
Stay ahead of defense and maritime sector trends: Monitor and anticipate developments in defense, maritime, robotics, and autonomy – including funding flows, technology advancements, and policy trends – to proactively identify opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience in a strategic role in a high-velocity environment, preferably with exposure to defense, aerospace, maritime, or robotics industries
Familiarity with defense technologies, autonomy/robotics, and maritime systems
Experience working with government stakeholders and the Defense Industrial Base
Demonstrated record of success in forming and maintaining high-value partnerships with public and private sector entities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
Skilled in negotiation and navigating complex internal and external stakeholder environments with the highest degree of discretion
Active SECRET security clearance required
Ability to travel as needed (20-30%)
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree
4+ years of experience in strategy consulting
Eligibility for TS/SCI
Benefits
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Company
Saronic Technologies
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$845.5MKey Investors
Elad GilAndreessen HorowitzCaffeinated Capital
2025-02-18Series C· $600M
2024-07-19Series B· $175.5M
2023-10-09Series A· $55M
Recent News
2025-12-15
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