Director of Ship Maintenance, MUSV job opportunity at Saronic Technologies, Inc..



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Saronic Technologies, Inc. Director of Ship Maintenance, MUSV
Experience: 5 Years
Pattern: On-site
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degreeBachelor's (B.Sc.)
loacation Austin, Texas, United States Of America
loacation Austin, Texas....United States Of America

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 Summary: Saronic Technologies is seeking a strong, hands-on technical leader to launch, develop, and lead our MRO program in support of Saronic’s growing fleet in the +150-foot length range. This is a ground-zero role - ideal for someone with proven maritime repair/shipyard experience and the drive to build a program that shapes the next generation of MRO capabilities. Initially, you will support 2 to 5 ships with plans to grow beyond this as we rapidly scale. You must establish relationships with shipyards, vendors, suppliers, docking/undocking facilities, and classification societies; define processes, policies, and KPIs for repair and overhaul; and manage execution of MRO work on Saronic’s assets and vessels under contract. \nResponsibilities Program Establishment & StrategyDefine the vision, scope, and roadmap for Saronic’s MRO program—covering in-service maintenance, periodic overhauls, emergent repairs, upgrades, and modifications for our growing fleet Build a budget, staffing, and investment plan for the MRO functionRecruit, mentor, and lead a team of MRO engineers, planners, inspectors, and subcontractor oversight staffShipyard & Vendor Relations Identify, evaluate, qualify, and negotiate with shipyards, repair yards, docking/undocking facilities, retrofit facilities, subcontractors, and specialty vendors to support global MRO capabilitiesDevelop master service agreements, repair, and performance-based contracts to support MROAct as the primary liaison between Saronic and external yards / contractorsProject Execution & OversightOversee planning, scheduling, and execution of MRO work, both routine and capital (overhauls, refits, modifications)Ensure work is delivered on time, within budget, to technical and quality standards, and in compliance with classification society / regulatory requirementsQualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or Marine Systems5+ years of experience in maritime repair, shipyard operations, vessel maintenance, or MRO of marine systemsProven experience negotiating and managing shipyard / repair facility contracts and partnershipsHands-on technical experience with vessel systems, structural repairs, propulsion, HVAC, electrical systems, etc.Strong project management and scheduling skills (e.g. complex multi-month overhauls)Experience with classification and regulatory complianceStrong verbal and written communication, negotiation, stakeholder management skillsAbility to travel regularly up to 75% of the time to oversee work at shipyards / repair sitesMust be able to move about on foot to perform essential duties and work in outdoor environments under varied weather conditions (including heat, cold, rain, and wind).Preferred / DesirableExperience starting an MRO / repair program from scratch (greenfield)International / multi-jurisdiction repair & classification experienceKnowledge of reliability / predictive maintenance (condition-based, prognostics)Experience with maintenance management systems / SalesforceExperience in defense / regulated maritime environmentPhysical DemandsAbility to certify as “fit for work” by demonstrating ability to swim and tread waterFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 75 lbs.Will be exposed to marine environments, including sun, wind, rain, cold, and saltwater spray, often for extended periodsMust be able to operate in daylight, low-light, and night conditions using marine navigation systems and visual cuesAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs BenefitsMedical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of servicesDental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision careSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsTime Off: Generous PTO and HolidaysParental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parentsCompetitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonusesRetirement Plan: 401(k) planStock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s successLife and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverageAdditional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office \nThis 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.

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