Director of Growth at Saronic

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

YesVisa

Defense Technology, Aerospace & DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have extensive knowledge of US Special Operations Command – (emphasis on Naval Special Warfare) / US Navy Requirements, CONOPs, Resourcing, Acquisitions and Contracting pathways (the entire PPBE pipeline), including accelerated acquisition pathways and Major Force Program Funding. They must also have experience with INDOPACIFIC problem sets, and demonstrate current TS/SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

The Director of Growth will lead the campaign to develop, shape, propose, and capture programs in unmanned maritime systems, building and implementing a strategic approach to achieve this goal. They will shape and develop strategic approaches to capture programs of record, build and lead a high-performing team, partner with cross-functional teams to craft compelling proposals and negotiate favorable contracts, and provide insights and recommendations to executive leadership on contracts and proposals strategies. Additionally, they will ensure adherence to regulatory and company standards, and proactively recommend the deployment of capital to close on requirements and gaps ahead of need.

Skills

US Special Operations Command

Naval Special Warfare

US Navy Requirements

CONOPs

Resourcing

Acquisitions

Contracting

PPBE pipeline

Accelerated acquisition pathways

Major Force Program Funding

INDOPACIFIC

Strategic Approach

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Saronic

Develops advanced autonomous surface vessels

About Saronic

Saronic Technologies develops Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) that enhance the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. These vessels utilize adaptive path planning, passive sensors, and advanced algorithms, along with edge computing, to effectively identify and track targets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, using resilient multichannel communications to support both manned and unmanned operations. Saronic Technologies differentiates itself by focusing on military and defense clients, aiming to improve situational awareness, extend operational reach, and enhance survivability during maritime missions. The company's goal is to provide solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operational strategies or support new maritime tactics, generating revenue through the sale of ASVs and related customization services.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$223.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from other defense tech startups threatens Saronic's market share.

Rapid AI advancements may require costly updates to maintain competitive ASV systems.

Geopolitical tensions could hinder international collaborations and foreign government sales.

Differentiation

Saronic integrates AI, hardware, and software into scalable, fully integrated maritime platforms.

Their ASVs feature adaptive path planning and advanced algorithms for effective target tracking.

Saronic's multichannel communications enable seamless manned-unmanned teaming in contested environments.

Upsides

Raised $175M in Series B funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation in 2024.

Growing demand for autonomous vessels in defense and commercial sectors boosts market potential.

AI integration in ASVs enhances decision-making and operational efficiency for maritime missions.

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