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.
Ensure mission training is ready when the capability is ready. This role drives the planning, coordination, and delivery of training programs supporting new vessel platforms and capabilities as they transition from development to operational deployment.
We’re seeking a Training Readiness Manager to lead the development and rollout of Mission Training programs for new and evolving autonomous maritime platforms, including medium and large USVs.
In this role, you will own the cradle-to-grave development of training programs for new platforms—coordinating across engineering, product, instructional design, and training teams to ensure operators can be trained, qualified, and deployed in step with system development.
You will operate at the center of complex, cross-functional efforts, managing timelines, dependencies, risks, and milestones to ensure training programs are delivered on schedule and aligned with mission requirements.
Program Ownership & Delivery
Develop and manage integrated program plans spanning curriculum development, training infrastructure, staffing readiness, and multi-site rollout
Planning, Milestones & Dependencies
Identify and manage cross-functional dependencies across Engineering, Product, Instructional Design, Mission Training, and Operations
Curriculum & Instructional Design Integration
Training Readiness & Rollout
Ensure training programs, materials, and environments are ready to support system testing, fielding, and operational use
Cross-functional Coordination
Align stakeholders across engineering, autonomy, maritime operations, instructional design, and training teams
Operational Integration
Risk Management, Data & Reporting
Establish and lead program-level risk management processes, identifying schedule, scope, and readiness risks early and driving mitigation strategies
Provide clear, data-driven updates to leadership on program progress, risks, dependencies, and performance trends
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to align technical, operational, and leadership stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership capability, including experience guiding teams, influencing without authority, and developing junior personnel (e.g., analysts or PMO staff)
Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., MBA, Data Analytics, Operations Research/Analysis, or a closely related discipline)
Will be exposed to marine environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray, often for extended periods
Ability to perform physically demanding work i.e. stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time including up to 12 hours/day
Wear Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hat and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan 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 with company match
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
Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
