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Saronic Technologies · 1 day ago

Event Manager

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

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). They are seeking an experienced Event Manager to lead high-profile events and engagements with VIPs and key stakeholders, responsible for the planning and execution of various company events.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute company-hosted events, demonstrations, trade shows, and stakeholder engagements

Manage all logistics, including venue selection, catering, A/V, transportation, security, and guest experience

Serve as the primary point of contact for VIPs, senior leaders, government officials, and other distinguished guests, ensuring a seamless and professional experience

Develop event run-of-show agendas, briefing materials, and guest itineraries for executives and leadership teams

Partner with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, recruiting, communications) to align events with strategic goals

Oversee vendor relationships and contract negotiations for event-related services

Track budgets, timelines, and metrics to measure event success

Ensure compliance with security, protocol, DoD, and government-related event requirements

Qualification

Event planningVIP engagementBudget managementVendor managementInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

Required

5+ years of experience in event planning, corporate events, or VIP engagement

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to confidently engage with senior leaders and high-profile guests

Experience managing event budgets and vendor contracts

Ability to anticipate needs, problem-solve under pressure, and deliver flawless execution

Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as required by event schedules

Preferred

Experience with defense, government, or high-security environments

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

Austin, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees