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Sr. Supply Chain Compliance Analyst

Austin, Texas
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

Job Overview

The Supply Chain Compliance Analyst will define, build, and operationalize Saronic’s supply chain compliance infrastructure as the company scales. This role is responsible for ensuring that supplier and supply chain activities meet applicable regulatory, contractual, and internal requirements, while building systems and processes that are efficient, scalable, and aligned with how the business operates.

You will work at the intersection of Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, and Legal to translate complex regulatory and contractual requirements into practical, executable processes and systems. Beyond implementation, this role requires proactively anticipating future compliance needs and designing systems ahead of formal requirements, ensuring Saronic is prepared for future customers, contracts, and scale without overbuilding or introducing unnecessary complexity.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of building from scratch, navigating ambiguity, and making pragmatic decisions that balance rigor with speed. You will play a key role in shaping how Saronic approaches compliance, establishing a high-caliber foundation that enables growth without defaulting to legacy or overly bureaucratic models.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the roadmap for supply chain compliance systems, processes, and governance

  • Interpret and anticipate regulatory, contractual, and customer requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, cybersecurity, traceability) and translate them into actionable internal processes

  • Proactively identify future compliance needs based on industry trends, customer expectations, and scaling plans, and design systems and processes ahead of formal contractual obligations

  • Build and implement scalable compliance frameworks across supplier onboarding, qualification, and ongoing management

  • Partner closely with Legal to align on regulatory requirements, risk posture, and implementation strategy

  • Collaborate with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain teams to embed compliance into day-to-day workflows and systems

  • Design and implement processes for supplier compliance verification, documentation, and audit readiness

  • Support development of systems/tools (internal or off-the-shelf) to manage compliance data, documentation, and traceability

  • Establish and track key compliance metrics, reporting, and escalation mechanisms

  • Ensure compliance systems are right-sized, balancing regulatory rigor with operational efficiency and avoiding unnecessary complexity

  • Anticipate long-term scaling needs and evolve compliance infrastructure to support increasing supplier and operational complexity

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in supply chain, compliance, supplier quality, or related roles

  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to defense/manufacturing (e.g., ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS)

  • Experience building or implementing compliance processes, systems, or programs

  • Demonstrated ability to design forward-looking systems or processes in the absence of fully defined requirements

  • Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, operational workflows

  • Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, execution-oriented mindset

  • Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, scaling environments with evolving requirements

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

  • Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

  • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

  • Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan 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 with company match

  • 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

  • Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

  • 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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