Program Manager, Mission Training

at Saronic

Virginia Beach, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Ensure mission training is ready when the capability is ready.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS - Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs in dynamic, fast-paced environments - Ability to manage multiple concurrent programs across different platforms, timelines, and stakeholders - Strong organizational discipline with a bias toward structured planning, milestone tracking, and accountability - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to align technical, operational, and leadership stakeholders - Proven ability to identify risks early, drive
experience guiding teams, influencing without authority, and developing junior personnel (e.g., analysts or PMO staff) - Ability to translate complex technical systems and operational concepts into clear program plans and training
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field - 8+ years of
experience in program management, operations, or technical project leadership - Proven
experience managing complex, cross-functional programs with multiple stakeholders - Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and timelines -
Experience driving programs from concept through delivery in fast-paced environments -
Experience leading or managing analysts, PMO functions, or data/reporting efforts preferred - Excellent communication skills, including
QUALIFICATIONS: - Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., MBA, Data Analytics, Operations Research/Analysis, or a closely related discipline) -
Experience in defense, maritime, autonomy, or other high-consequence operational environments - Familiarity with platform development lifecycles, testing, and deployment processes -
Experience supporting training programs, workforce readiness, or operational rollout efforts - Understanding of maritime operations, vessel systems, or mission planning concepts PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Primarily office-based with regular travel to training sites, shipyards, and operational environments - Ability to support field activities, including observing training, testing, and deployment events - Will be exposed to marine environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray, often for

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 drives the planning, coordination, and delivery of training programs supporting new vessel platforms and capabilities as they transition from development to operational deployment.

JOB OVERVIEW We’re seeking a Program 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.

requirements into structured training curriculum - Ensure alignment between program timelines and curriculum development, validation, and release cycles - Support prioritization of instructional design efforts based on platform readiness and operational demand - Validate that training materials, assessments, and learning objectives support operator qualification and mission performance Training Readiness & Rollout - Ensure training programs, materials, and environments are ready to support system testing,

requirements - Comfort operating in field environments and engaging directly with training teams, engineers, and operators - Ability to operate effectively in environments where

requirements and timelines evolve rapidly - Willingness to travel up to 40–50% to support training sites, sea trials, and program activities REQUIRED

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

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