Senior Counsel, Regulatory

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.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of Regulatory & Litigation on national and international regulatory matters including military acquisition, export controls, and national security issues
• Engage with agencies to develop comments, filings, and advocacy strategies
• Support the company's litigation portfolio, working alongside outside counsel on case strategy and briefing
• Serve as the principal legal lead for federal legislative engagement with members of Congress and the executive branch
• Draft and analyze legislative proposals, amendments, and statutory provisions related to the NDAA and appropriations
• Advise senior leadership on legislative risk, opportunity, and strategy
• Advise business leaders on the intersection of law, policy, and strategy across product and corporate functions

Requirements

• 8+ years of combined legal experience in litigation and regulatory advice
• Juris Doctor and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
• Substantive Senate or House committee experience (e.g., Judiciary, Armed Services, Homeland Security, or Intelligence)
• Demonstrated interest or experience in national security, defense, or law enforcement
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military service or national security experience
• Experience with defense acquisition, export controls, or CFIUS
• Existing relationships across congressional committees and executive branch agencies
• Familiarity with autonomous systems, unmanned maritime vehicles, or dual-use technology
• Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher; TS/SCI preferred)