operations
Posted Apr 10Mission Operations Specialist, Training
at Saronic
San Diego, United StatesOn-site
You are nearing today's limit. Upgrade for unlimited access.
Responsibilities
- - Conduct training needs analysis to ensure mission-critical skill gaps are addressed.
- - Monitor mission execution and gather data for performance debriefs and improvement cycles.
Requirements
- Job Summary Saronic is seeking a Mission Operations Trainer to design, develop, and deliver advanced training programs in support of our autonomous systems mission sets.
- - 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.
- - Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
- Qualifications - 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 - Proven
- experience in curriculum development and instructional delivery in technical or operational environments. - Background in assessment/selection (e.g., military training pipelines, SOF assessments, instructional design for performance evaluation preferred).
- Physical Demands - Ability to certify as “fit for work” by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water - Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 50 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 i.e.
- stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time including up to 12 hours/day - Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures - Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain - Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures - Ability to work in a hot and humid environment and follow safe practices to stay hydrated - Hearing ability sufficient to detect alarms,
- - Must be able to work in a shipyard environment, including indoor fabrication shops, onboard vessels under construction, and outdoor areas exposed to changing weather conditions.
Benefits
- 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
Contact
- 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) https://www.govinfo.gov/link/uscode/8/1324b.
Additional details
- 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.
- This role blends curriculum development, operational training, and performance assessment to ensure mission readiness across internal teams, contracted customers, and DoD partners.
- You will be responsible for both creating and executing hands-on training initiatives that encompass mission planning, ASV (Autonomous Surface Vessel) operations, data analysis, and system maintenance procedures.
- This role also requires contributing to team readiness, developing continued professional development programs within the department, driving performance standards, and ensuring all mission operations personnel are prepared to operate all Saronic owned and operated ASVs.
- Responsibilities - Training & Curriculum Development - Develop comprehensive training programs focused on ASV operations, mission planning, environmental risk mitigation, and maintenance.
- - Deliver both classroom-based and on the water instruction to DoD partners and internal teams.
- - Establish and maintain training standards, including learning objectives, assessments, and certifications.
- - Training Assessments & Standard Operating Procedures - Support or lead assessment to ensure all curriculum and training programs are up to standard and inline with the most up to date organizational procedures - Contribute to the design and administration of all Standard Operating Procedures for all Saronic ASVs.
- - Partner with leadership to develop progression models and readiness benchmarks.
- - Operational Mission Support and Development - Assist in the planning and execution of real-world ASV missions, ensuring training programs mirror operational realities.