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

We’re seeking a Training Requirements Manager to lead the strategy, development, and scaling of Saronic’s Mission Training portfolio across a growing range of autonomous surface vessels—from small USVs to medium and large platforms.

In this role, you will own training requirements spanning curriculum, delivery models, simulation, and operator qualification pathways to ensure mission-ready personnel can safely and effectively operate increasingly complex autonomous systems.

You will work at the intersection of product, operations, and customer engagement, ensuring training systems scale alongside platform capability, mission complexity, and operational demand.

Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Ownership

Own the Mission Training product portfolio across multiple vessel classes (small, medium, and large USVs) and emerging new capabilities

Define and execute a training strategy aligned with Saronic’s product roadmap and DoD mission requirements

Drive improvements in operator readiness, speed to qualification, and mission effectiveness

Training Architecture & Roadmap

Develop and maintain the Mission Training roadmap, including curriculum evolution, simulation capabilities, and delivery models

Define scalable training architectures that support progression across vessel classes and mission profiles

Establish standardized approaches to operator qualification, certification, and currency

Product Development

Partner with engineering, instructional design, and training teams to build structured, performance-based training programs

Ensure training reflects vessel systems, autonomy workflows, navigation, mission execution, and casualty response

Incorporate simulation, distributed learning, and emerging technologies where operationally relevant

Operational Integration

Translate field feedback, mission outcomes, and system updates into continuous improvements in training products

Ensure training remains aligned with evolving platform capabilities and real-world operational demands

Partner with training teams to scale throughput in line with deployment and readiness requirements

Metrics & Readiness

Define and track metrics for training effectiveness, operator proficiency, and mission readiness

Use data to prioritize improvements and ensure training outputs meet operational standards

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with DoD and commercial stakeholders to understand training requirements, certification expectations, and mission needs

Support customer onboarding, training programs, and operational readiness engagements

Cross-functional Leadership

Coordinate across Engineering, Product, Programs, and Mission Training teams to align system development with training readiness

Partner with Mission Training Managers and Program Managers to scale best practices across sites and platforms

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field

5+ years of experience in product management, training systems, or operational program leadership

Strong product judgment and ability to prioritize in fast-paced, mission-driven environments

Experience translating complex technical systems into effective operator workflows or training solutions

Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior stakeholders

Preferred

Experience in defense, maritime, autonomy, or other high-consequence operational environments

Familiarity with operator qualification pipelines, certification frameworks, or mission readiness standards

Experience with training systems, simulation environments, or instructional design

Understanding of vessel operations, navigation, and maritime safety

Role Requirements

Demonstrated success owning and evolving products or product portfolios in complex, fast-paced environments

Strong product judgment, with the ability to identify high-impact opportunities and prioritize effectively amid competing demands

Ability to translate ambiguous mission needs, customer feedback, and technical capabilities into clear product direction

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence engineering, operations, and leadership stakeholders

Proven ability to operate cross-functionally and drive alignment without direct authority

Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to incorporate data, user feedback, and operational insights into product decisions

Demonstrated ownership mentality, with accountability for outcomes across the full product lifecycle

Ability to synthesize inputs from field operations, customers, and technical teams into cohesive product strategies

Comfort engaging directly with operators and training teams to understand real-world workflows and pain points

Ability to operate effectively in environments where product requirements and priorities evolve rapidly

Willingness to travel up to 25–40% to support training sites, customer engagements, and field activities

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 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

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 - 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

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

This role 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.