Manager - Special Programs

Qualifications Experience managing small, fast-moving engineering or R&D teams, ideally in robotics, aerospace, defense, or another hardware-intensive environment Working technical literacy across some combination of autonomy, embedded systems, robotics, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering — enough to lead substantive conversations with engineers without being the deepest expert in the room Demonstrated ability to plan and execute against budgets, schedules, and resource constraints with limited overhead Comfort partnering with senior technical and product leaders to evaluate new opportunities and translate ambiguous ideas into structured plans Experience supporting prototype hardware development, field testing, or Government demonstrations is strongly preferred Familiarity with defense acquisition, export controls, or classified program management is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to keep cross-functional stakeholders aligned High emotional intelligence, with the ability to keep teammates aligned Strong organizational instincts and a bias toward action in ambiguous, low-process environments Bachelors degree in engineering, or equivalent professional experience Comfort operating with high uncertainty, minimal resources, compressed timelines, and aggressive goals and schedules Physical Demands Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing and walking within the office, lab, and prototype spaces. 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). Occasional travel to field test sites and Government demonstrations.

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 If this role is based in the United States, it 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

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