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Saronic Technologies · 3 months ago

Mission Operations Specialist (Program)

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms. The Mission Operations Specialist role is responsible for coordinating and delivering work quality and overall adherence to deadlines of the Mission Operations team, ensuring successful delivery of assigned project and program objectives. This position involves collaboration with stakeholders, project monitoring, and providing support and training for ASV operations.

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Responsibilities

You help drive one or more projects or product supporting programs toward a goal. E.g. ongoing R&D for Cutlass

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define goals, objectives, and deliverables

Monitor the progress of projects, identifying potential issues or bottlenecks, and implement corrective measures as needed

Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement

Provide guidance and support to team members, including technical expertise, problem-solving assistance, and career development coaching

Planning: Work between internal and external stakeholders such as DoD customers, facilitating communication, managing expectations, and ensuring mission or program requirements are met. You will support the team through development of comprehensive mission plans, considering factors such as route optimization, environmental conditions, and risk mitigation to achieve desired outcomes

ASV Operations and Monitoring: Operate ASV operations during missions, monitoring vessel performance, sensor data, and mission progress in real time. Troubleshoot technical issues and implement contingency plans to ensure mission continuity. Maintain situational awareness of maritime environments and adjust mission parameters as needed

Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret data acquired during ASV missions to derive actionable insights. Generate comprehensive mission reports detailing key findings, observations, and recommendations. Provide feedback to the engineering and development teams for continuous improvement of ASV capabilities

Training and Support: Conduct training sessions for DoD personnel on ASV operation, mission planning, and maintenance procedures. Provide ongoing support and assistance to end-users, addressing inquiries and resolving operational challenges effectively

Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, DoD policies, and industry standards related to ASV operations. Implement safety protocols and procedures to mitigate operational risks and ensure personnel safety

Qualification

Maritime operationsMission planning softwareData analysisProject coordinationAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership qualitiesProblem-solving abilities

Required

Demonstrated success in project coordination and leadership in current role

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and senior management

Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges

Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire team members

Job requires up to 100% travel

Able to certify as 'fit for work' by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water, lift up to 75 lbs., and spend extended time periods on the water

Ability to certify as 'fit for work' by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water

Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 75 lbs

Will be exposed to marine environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray, often for extended periods

Must be able to operate in daylight, low-light, and night conditions using marine navigation systems and visual cues

Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day

The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, maritime studies, or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred

Experience in maritime operations, particularly with autonomous or unmanned systems is a plus

Proficiency in mission planning software, GIS tools, and maritime navigation systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams

Prior SOF experience working with the DoD or other government agencies is a plus

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 100% 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.

Founded in 2022