Mission Operations Program Coordinator

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Summary

 We are seeking a Program Coordinator to support Saronic’s Mission Operations and Program organization in Austin, TX. This full-time, onsite role provides critical operational, scheduling, and administrative support to ensure seamless coordination across projects and teams. The Program Coordinator will assist in tracking program milestones, managing calendars, facilitating communication, and supporting executive and team administrative needs. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program management, operations, and leadership support within a fast-paced, mission-driven technology company.

• Track and monitor all ongoing programs and initiatives within Mission Operations to ensure visibility of key milestones and deliverables
• Maintain and update project dashboards, schedules, and internal reports for leadership visibility
• Support coordination of cross-functional activities and follow up on action items to ensure timely completion
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and summaries for leadership and program reviews
• Manage and prioritize calendars for the Director and team members, aligning schedules with organizational priorities
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, briefings, and team events
• Provide administrative support, including document management, expense tracking, and report preparation
• Facilitate communication between leadership, technical teams, and external stakeholders
• Assist with onboarding new team members by coordinating logistics and ensuring access to systems and resources
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency across Mission Operations
• U.S. and International travel in support of Mission Operations Planning

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Communications, or a related field OR 4+ years of military service with relevant leadership, administrative, or operational experience
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in administrative, scheduling, or project coordination roles (internships acceptable)
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with productivity and collaboration tools (Salesforce, Microsoft Office, Slack, NetSuite and Confluence)
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, technical environment
• Current US Passport

• Active Secret security clearance or higher
• Prior experience supporting defense, aerospace, or government programs
• Familiarity with DoD program environments or defense operations

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office environment
• 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
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds

• 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

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.