Operations Specialist, Forward Deployed Engineering
Saronic
Operations Specialist
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 are seeking a highly organized and mission-driven Operations Specialist to support the Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team. This role combines operational execution with program-level project management. You will be responsible for ensuring that every FDE effort, whether field demo, internal development sprint, or customer deployment, is executed with precision and clarity.
You will enable our engineers to focus on high-impact technical work by owning logistics, tracking requirements, and managing project schedules and budgets through cross-functional coordination. You will oversee tactical and strategic responsibilities as a key partner to the FDE Manager, in a chief of staff and project manager capacity.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage project schedules, deliverables, and cross-functional milestones for FDE-led initiatives
- Support the definition, documentation, and tracking of technical requirements and system capabilities
- Run and coordinate structured design reviews to capture decisions and ensure alignment with engineering and product roadmaps
- Track and manage FDE-related budgets, vendor contracts, and spend against plan
- Monitor risks, resourcing constraints, and execution dependencies across fielded projects
- Maintain accurate documentation of Bill of Materials (BOMs), procurement timelines, and key component delivery schedules
- Drive the day-to-day operational rhythm of the FDE team
- Drive logistics and coordination for field operations, customer demos, internal tests, and deployments
- Ensure centralized visibility into team activities via dashboards and regular reporting on deliverables and resource utilization
- Collaborate with engineering, product, legal, and compliance teams to ensure alignment on FDE goals and execution timelines
- Serve as a trusted liaison between the FDE team and internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely communication and follow-through
- Support scaling the team to an international footprint
- Partner with the FDE Manager to ensure strategic initiatives are staffed, scoped, and executed effectively
- Identify and improve operational inefficiencies across onboarding, documentation, tooling, and knowledge sharing
- Develop and refine process workflows, templates, and coordination mechanisms to scale execution quality and consistency
- Coordinate hiring and onboarding efforts for new FDE team members
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in operations, project coordination, or engineering program management in robotics, aerospace, defense, or a similar field
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or a related field
- Experience managing schedules, budgets, and component delivery timelines in a hardware and software environment
- Proven experience supporting multi-disciplinary teams in fast-paced, field-driven contexts
- Familiarity with running or supporting design reviews, managing requirements traceability, and coordinating subsystem development efforts
- Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Monday, Coda, MS Excel, or equivalent)
- Detail-oriented, with a systems-level mindset, and the ability to manage technical documentation and execution workflows
- Excellent communicator and able to translate between technical teams, external partners, and operational stakeholders
- Self-starter with a strong bias toward ownership and a pragmatic, get-things-done attitude
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite), MRP systems (e.g., ION), and BOM management tools (e.g., Arena)
- Familiarity with U.S. defense contracting, DoD logistics, and proposal/IRAD tracking is preferred
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
- 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
Physical Demands
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Occasional standing and walking within the office
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
- Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
- Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
- Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees
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.
- ...time Location Type On-site Department Deployments About Base Base is building the foundation... ...is modernizing the grid as the first engineering-led, technology-driven power company. We... ...money. Our team of engineers, operators, creatives, technicians, and electricians...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeRemote work
- A leading technology firm in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Operations Specialist to support their Forward Deployed Engineering team. The successful candidate will manage project schedules, ensure compliance with technical requirements, and oversee logistics for...Suggested
- ...of modern civilization-electricity-by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries... ...resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the... ...proactive post-installation Operations Specialist to manage the final stages of our battery...SuggestedShift work
- ...the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent... ...platforms. Job Overview The Operations Specialist provides operational coordination... ...Port Alpha progresses through planning, engineering, and construction phases, the Operations...SuggestedPermanent employmentTemporary workWork at office
- Saronic Technologies in Austin, Texas is seeking an Operations Specialist to support the Forward Deployed Engineering team. This role encompasses operational execution and project management, ensuring precise execution of field demos, internal sprints, and customer deployments...Suggested
- ...Texas Sports Academy is seeking an IT Operations Specialist based in Austin to manage the full lifecycle... ...'ll Do Device configuration and deployment: Receive each MacBook Neo ordered by... ...inventory, and prepare devices. AI forward: We use AI tools daily to streamline...Live inHome office
$56k
A technology firm in Austin is hiring a Technical Staff Assistant IV to provide operational support for teaching labs within the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. This position involves procuring and maintaining specialized equipment, assisting with inventory...Flexible hours$270k - $340k
A leading AI technology company seeks a Head of Deployed Engineering to lead a regional team in enhancing customer engagement with their products. The successful candidate will need at least 10 years of experience in relevant roles, focusing on leadership and technical...$67.08k - $85k
...DevOps Operation Engineer (Intermediate or Associate) Requisition ID: req1379 Employment Type: Unclassified Regular Full-Time... ..., job schedule modification, escalation management, deployment support, and maintenance of the application environment. This...Full time- ...digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify, automate,... ...changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo, which was... ...ABOUT THIS ROLE The Operations Specialist (Corporate Actions) is an entry-level role...Full timeWork experience placementInternshipWork from home
$80k - $105k
...communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're also a mission-driven... ...be responsible for the planning, deployment, implementation, and operational support of the CrowdStrike platform... ...large enterprises Utilize and engineer native and 3rd party software deployment...Full timeWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRemote workShift workWeekend work- ...Base Project Operations Associate Intern Base is America's next... ...civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed... ...and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving... ...inefficiencies, and bring forward ideas — with proposed...Hourly payContract workInternshipShift work
- ...digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify, automate,... ...changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo, which was... ...Dallas, Texas. As a Senior Operations Specialist (Settlements & Buy-Ins) , you'll be joining...Full timeWork experience placementWork at officeWork from home
- ...digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify, automate,... ...changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo, which was... ...ABOUT THIS ROLE The Operations Specialist (Mutual Funds) will join our growing operations...Work at officeWork from home
- ...Services (VP TIS) leads VVater's digital and operational technology agenda, from enterprise IT... ...working with Sales, Operations, and Engineering, the VP sets the technology vision,... ...standard work, OEE, TPM, Lean/Six Sigma deployment, continuous improvement, and cost-reduction...Contract work
- A leading design consultancy is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join its Buildings team in Austin, Texas. The role involves leading the design and implementation of advanced automation systems for various industries, including semiconductor and...Full time
$60k - $90k
...Product Operations Analyst Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale... ...well positioned to bring in-house design, engineering and operational capabilities to... ...data center sites, assets, or customer deployments Support customer-facing engagements...Work at office$24 - $26 per hour
...industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on... ...ISPs, hyperscalers, and edge deployments. This role is highly... ...functionally with Planning, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, Sales/Customer Ops... ..., purchasing, supply chain, operations, or a related role (high-...- ...Today, the company has grown to 100+ employees across product & engineering, sales, partnerships, customer success, marketing, and... ...We're looking for an analytical, detail-oriented Business Operations Associate to support data-driven decision making & strategy...Full timeWork at officeFlexible hours
$85.8k - $128.6k
...is seeking an experienced Labor and Operations Planning Specialist to analyze and optimize labor planning... ...frameworks for when and how to deploy different labor adjustment strategies... ...supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics or related field - Experience...Casual workSeasonal workFlexible hoursShift workAfternoon shift$100k
...consistent schedule, the line between operational readiness and failure often comes down... ...checklists, refining them with each campus deployment and using AI tools to automate... ...institutional knowledge) Technology Operations Specialist Key Responsibilities This position...Remote jobVisa sponsorship$29 per hour
...ride-hailing company hire a VH6 Associate to support daily fleet operations at its test sites in the Austin area. In this role, you will... ...several devices per vehicle, verifying SW/HW configurations, deploying SW as appropriate, capturing requested data, and escalating issues...Hourly payOngoing contractFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementLocal areaFlexible hoursShift work- ...and the future of digital wealth management by building tech‑forward solutions that help simplify, automate, and facilitate... ...Fintech Companies - 2024 (Presented by CNBC) About This Role The Operations Specialist (Mutual Funds) will join our growing operations team and...Work at officeWork from home
- A forward-thinking power company in Austin is seeking an Operations Specialist to manage post-installation processes. Responsibilities include coordinating inspections... ...to have a significant impact on the company's deployment processes. Ideal for detail-oriented...
- ...became the first company in the world to deploy a cab-less autonomous electric vehicle... ...2022, we were the first to successfully operate such a vehicle on a US public road. Today... ...change spinning. As an Autonomous Operations Specialist at Einride, you’ll be joining a top...Full timeWork at officeImmediate start
- A power technology firm located in Austin, Texas, is seeking a proactive Operations Specialist to manage post-installation activities for battery deployments. This role involves coordinating inspections, managing documentation, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout...
$57.76k - $124.17k
The Electronic Payments Operations team is responsible for the accurate, secure and timely... ...payments. As the FX Payment Operations Specialist, you will have responsibility and oversight... .... Ensure timely settlement of FX spot, forward, swap, and option transactions....Local areaRemote workFlexible hours- Manager, Engineering Operations - AI at SailPoint - Headquarters (Austin, Texas, USA), United States Manager, Engineering Operations - AI at... ...learning lifecycle (data collection, modeling, evaluation, deployment, monitoring). Foster cross‑team collaboration and ensure scalable...Temporary workFlexible hours
- ...future. Base is modernizing the grid as the first engineering-led, technology-driven power company. We’re deploying a nationwide network of distributed batteries... ...saves Americans money. Our team of engineers, operators, creatives, technicians, and electricians design...Full timeWork at officeRemote work
$144.5k - $170k
Job Description Summary The Engineering & Operations Manager will lead and drive the delivery of our technical services program, including critical... ...& Operations Manager Job Description We are seeking a forward‑thinking Engineering & Operations Manager to lead the strategy...Minimum wageContract workFlexible hours
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Operations Specialist, Forward Deployed Engineering. Be the first to apply!
- provider operations coordinator Austin, TX
- it operations coordinator Austin, TX
- flight operations specialist Austin, TX
- systems operations specialist Austin, TX
- bank operations specialist Austin, TX
- ad operations specialist Austin, TX
- operations coordinator Austin, TX
- legal operations associate Austin, TX
- manufacturing operations consultant Austin, TX
- program operations specialist Austin, TX

