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      <Title>International Business Development &amp; Defense Cooperation Manager</Title>
      <Description><![CDATA[<p>We are seeking a motivated International Business Development &amp; Defense Cooperation Manager to accelerate the growth of our business by tapping into new opportunities, forging and maintaining strong relationships, and expanding our presence with US allies.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate is globally minded, policy-savvy, and adept at operating at the intersection of technology, defence, and international relations. They are a relationship builder who can navigate government and industry ecosystems to advance Saronic&#39;s international objectives.</p>
<p>Key Responsibilities:</p>
<ul>
<li>Business Development: Support Saronic&#39;s business development priorities outside of the United States.</li>
<li>Policy &amp; Regulatory Engagement: Track and analyse international policy developments relevant to autonomy, defence technology, and maritime innovation.</li>
<li>Market Monitoring &amp; Strategy: Monitor international market dynamics for autonomous maritime systems, including competitive trends, procurement priorities, and defence cooperation initiatives.</li>
<li>Stakeholder &amp; Delegation Engagement: Plan and host visiting delegations, including international government, at Saronic sites.</li>
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<p>Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&#39;s degree in international relations, political science, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.</li>
<li>3 - 8 years of experience in international business development, defence cooperation, or government affairs.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of defence policy, export controls (ITAR/EAR), and international regulatory frameworks.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience preparing policy briefs and executive-level materials.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to engage with senior officials, foreign delegations, and industry partners.</li>
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<p>Benefits:</p>
<ul>
<li>Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services.</li>
<li>Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care.</li>
<li>Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays.</li>
<li>Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.</li>
<li>Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.</li>
<li>Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan.</li>
<li>Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company&#39;s success.</li>
<li>Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.</li>
<li>Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.</li>
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<p>Physical Demands:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li>
<li>Occasional standing and walking within the office.</li>
<li>Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.</li>
<li>Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.</li>
<li>Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.</li>
<li>Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).</li>
</ul>
<p>Additional Information:</p>
<p>This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require &#39;U.S. Person&#39; status.</p>
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      <Jobtype>full-time</Jobtype>
      <Experiencelevel>mid</Experiencelevel>
      <Workarrangement>onsite</Workarrangement>
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      <Skills>International business development, Defence cooperation, Government affairs, Export controls (ITAR/EAR), International regulatory frameworks, Policy briefs, Executive-level materials</Skills>
      <Category>Engineering</Category>
      <Industry>Technology</Industry>
      <Employername>Saronic Technologies</Employername>
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      <Employerdescription>Saronic Technologies develops state-of-the-art defence autonomy solutions for maritime operations.</Employerdescription>
      <Employerwebsite>https://www.saronictechnologies.com/</Employerwebsite>
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      <Applyto>https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/98b08a5d-3c10-4360-aca8-98aa033b08d2</Applyto>
      <Location>Washington, DC</Location>
      <Country></Country>
      <Postedate>2026-04-17</Postedate>
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