Deputy Program Manager, Test Range

The role

The Test Range Coordinator serves as the primary interface to U.S. Government test ranges for live-fire, missile, and target test events. You will coordinate end-to-end range events including scheduling, safety approvals, launcher installation, vessel movement, and ordnance onload.

What you will do

• Serve as single point of contact to U.S. Government test ranges
• Submit, track, and maintain range-use requests and Universal Documentation System products
• Coordinate range instrumentation, tracking, optics, telemetry, and frequency requests
• Manage schedule conflicts, slip planning, and re-baselining
• Develop range safety packages, hazard analyses, mission rules, and launch commit criteria
• Coordinate ordnance transportation, explosives safety siting, and ESQD requirements
• Coordinate ordnance/effector onload, staging, arming, de-arming, and disposition
• Support environmental and regulatory compliance including NOTMAR/NOTAM
• Build and maintain integrated schedules for test events
• Coordinate logistics for vessel transport, launch, recovery, and support craft

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a physical science, logistics/operations management, or a related field or equivalent military/operational experience
• 3–6 years of experience in test range operations, missile/weapons or flight test, range safety, or military test and operations
• Working knowledge of U.S. Government test range scheduling, safety, and documentation processes
• Familiarity with ordnance and explosives handling and safety requirements
• Ability to plan and coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder events against a fixed schedule and budget
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently (up to ~50–75% during active test periods)
• Ability to work on the waterfront and aboard vessels in an outdoor marine environment
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, board vessels, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Nice to have

• Prior working relationships with, or direct experience at, the Point Mugu Sea Range / NAWCWD, PMRF, Cape Canaveral / SLD 45, Eglin / Gulf Range, White Sands Missile Range, or similar ranges
• Military background in surface warfare, aviation ordnance, gunner’s mate, EOD, range operations, or space/missile operations (U.S. Navy, USSF, USMC, Army, or USAF)
• Experience with unmanned/autonomous surface vessels (USV/ASV) or other maritime platforms
• Familiarity with missile/effector integration, launchers, and fire-control interfaces
• Knowledge of the Universal Documentation System (UDS) and Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) processes
• Familiarity with DoD explosives safety standards (e.g., DoD 6055.09-M) and range safety documentation
• Active Secret clearance (or higher)
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Small-boat operations experience or relevant U.S. Coast Guard credentials

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees)

About the company

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.