Deputy Program Manager, Engineering Services

The posting, as Saronic wrote it

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.

JOB OVERVIEW

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead the execution of small Unmanned Surface Vessel (sUSV) Mission Package Integration activities. This is an in-person role supporting activities at customer sites and Saronic's facilities in the Virginia Beach area. This role works across engineering, vessel operations, and customer teams to manage the integration, testing, and fielding of payload systems that expand the capability of Saronic's sUSV platforms.

The Deputy Program Manager owns execution of the sUSV integrations end to end, including budgets, schedules, and statements of work, and serves as the key communications link between Saronic's cross-functional teams, end-users, and government and commercial customers. This role also carries technical ownership and oversight of mission package configuration and readiness including platform software and capability development. From design reviews and field demonstrations through validated, deployment-ready systems. It requires hands-on coordination of on-water testing and demonstration events, disciplined risk and issue management, and the judgment to keep mission package programs on track from concept through fielded capability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management

• Own program budgets, schedules, and statements of work, and control performance to customer and internal objectives.
• Report program health across scope, budget, schedule, technical objectives, and customer satisfaction to leadership and customers.
• Manage customer purchase requests from quote through delivery, acceptance, and invoicing, including supplier coordination, logistics, and the associated contract actions.
• Manage and track supporting logistics for customer events and integration activities, including customer acceptance.

Integrations & On-Water Testing

• Lead payload and mission package integration with Engineering and vessel operations teams, from design through on-water testing and fielding.
• Plan and run on-water tests, exercises, and demonstration events.
• Own mission package configuration across builds and variants, ensuring configurations are validated and approved before deployment.
• Support configuration management activities of payloads and mission packages across builds and variants, ensuring traceability from design to delivery.
• Provide technical support for fielded systems and manage service campaigns, including maintenance, retrofits, and sustainment.
• Manage execution of product service campaigns, including maintenance, retrofits, and other sustainment activities.
• Travel domestically and internationally, up to 50%, to support field operations, exercises, and customer engagements; primarily to Saronic facilities and government facilities

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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

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