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Commissioning Operations Coordinator

New Orleans, Louisiana
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a motivated, operations-oriented individual with a passion for the maritime industry to join our team as an Commissioning Operations Coordinator. This role is designed for candidates with foundational maritime exposure who are eager to build a career in vessel operations, logistics coordination, and marine support services.

The ideal candidate brings a practical understanding of marine environments, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to support a wide range of operational needs in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:

  • Support daily maritime operations, including vessel movements, scheduling, and logistics coordination

  • Assist with tracking vessel status, maintenance activities, and operational readiness

  • Coordinate with internal teams (operations, maintenance, safety, and logistics) to ensure efficient execution of tasks

  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and operational documentation

  • Assist with planning and execution of vessel mobilizations, demobilizations, and sea trials

  • Support procurement and inventory tracking for vessel and operational needs

  • Communicate effectively with crew members, vendors, and stakeholders

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

  • Provide general administrative and operational support as needed

  • Frequent travel with little notice due to operational requirements

Qualifications:

  • Prior exposure to maritime operations (work experience, internship, or family background in the industry)

  • Strong interest in maritime logistics, vessel operations, or marine services

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

  • Ability to quickly learn new systems, tools, and operational processes

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Willingness to take initiative and support multiple teams as needed

Preferred Experience:

  • Hands-on experience with vessel operations or marine services

  • Internship or work experience in logistics, operations, or maritime support roles

  • Familiarity with shipyards, crew boats, or government-related maritime projects

Key Attributes:

  • Operational mindset with a strong work ethic

  • Comfortable working both in office settings and in field environments (e.g., shipyards, docks, vessels)

  • Adaptable and willing to go where needed to support the mission

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Pride in quality of work and attention to detail

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

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.

About Saronic

Saronic

Saronic is one of the fastest-growing defense technology companies focused on autonomous maritime systems for the U.S. military. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company builds intelligent Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) designed to improve maritime surveillance, operational reach, and force protection in contested environments. Saronic is helping modernize naval operations through AI-powered unmanned vessels capable of supporting missions ranging from reconnaissance and logistics to distributed maritime operations.

For job seekers, Saronic offers opportunities to work on some of the most advanced technologies in maritime defense, including autonomy, robotics, AI, naval architecture, software engineering, manufacturing, and mission operations. The company hires across mechanical engineering, embedded systems, autonomy software, marine design, production, and field testing—making it especially attractive to engineers, veterans, maritime professionals, and builders who want hands-on ownership of mission-critical systems.

Unlike traditional shipbuilders or legacy defense contractors, Saronic operates with a startup-style engineering culture centered around speed, rapid prototyping, and real-world deployment. Employees work closely across hardware, software, and field operations to design, test, and scale autonomous vessels faster than traditional defense timelines, giving team members direct exposure to high-impact products supporting national security missions.

As the U.S. military increases investment in autonomous naval systems and maritime modernization, Saronic continues to grow rapidly through major funding rounds, Navy contracts, and manufacturing expansion. For professionals seeking a high-growth defense company at the intersection of AI, robotics, and naval technology, Saronic is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting employers in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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