Internal Communications Manager at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, Maritime TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally, drive cohesion, and create alignment
  • Experience managing multiple communication channels and tools
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced and high-growth environment
  • U.S. Person status (as defined by U.S. law) required for access to export-controlled information or items

Responsibilities

  • Build and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy aligned with Saronic’s goals and values
  • Develop and manage internal messaging around company updates, organizational changes, policies, and initiatives
  • Own and manage internal communications channels (e.g., Slack, newsletters, town halls)
  • Partner with leadership to craft clear and consistent messaging for employees
  • Serve as the internal communications partner across various departments and functions within the company
  • Facilitate alignment across functions to ensure a coordinated approach to employee communications
  • Manage employee communications during organizational changes, crises, or sensitive moments with clarity and empathy
  • Create and execute campaigns that celebrate our culture, values, employee achievements, and team wins
  • Lead the creation of engaging content including employee spotlights, behind-the-scenes stories, and workplace highlights
  • Establish KPIs to measure the impact of internal communications (e.g., reach, engagement, sentiment)
  • Gather feedback from employees to continuously refine the strategy
  • Stay current on industry best practices to evolve Saronic’s internal communications toolkit

Skills

Internal Communications
Communications Strategy
Slack
Newsletters
Town Halls
Employee Engagement
Storytelling
Content Creation
Crisis Communications
Cross-functional Collaboration
Leadership Messaging

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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