SeniorMaritimeCounsel

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 OVERVIEW This is a senior-level, high-impact role for a seasoned attorney with deep expertise in maritime law and the regulatory frameworks that govern naval operations and autonomous platforms at sea. The successful candidate will partner directly with executive leadership, government affairs, business development, and engineering teams to shape company strategy, advise on complex transactions and treaty-implicating issues, and ensure that Saronic operates at the highest standard of legal and ethical rigor across every theater in which we deploy. RESPONSIBILITIES - Maritime, Regulatory & Operational Law • Serve as the company's principal legal authority on U.S. and international maritime law, including the law of the sea, freedom of navigation, port state and flag state requirements, and the regulatory regimes administered by the U.S. Coast Guard, IMO, and equivalent foreign authorities. • Advise on the legal frameworks governing autonomous and uncrewed surface vessels, including operational testing, sea trials, and deployment in U.S. and international waters. • Provide legal counsel on rules of engagement, operational law, and the law of armed conflict as Saronic platforms support naval and joint-force missions. • Develop and maintain compliance programs covering environmental law, maritime safety, and incident response. - International Engagement & Treaty Matters • Represent Saronic's interests in international engagements with allied governments, foreign militaries, and multilateral bodies. • Advise on bilateral agreements, foreign sales, technology transfer, and the legal frameworks underpinning international partnerships. • Support the company's global expansion by navigating the maritime, defense, and export-control regimes of partner nations. - Executive Advi