Senior Counsel, Litigation & Regulatory

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 We are hiring a Senior Counsel to take a leading role in Saronic’s litigation and regulatory work. This is primarily a litigation and regulatory role, with meaningful responsibility for government-facing engagement and executive advisory work. You will partner closely with our Head of Regulatory & Litigation, our General Counsel, and our government affairs and policy teams to manage high-stakes matters and shape the legal environment in which Saronic operates. This is not a traditional in-house role. It requires sharp legal judgment, the ability to build case strategy from the ground up, fluency with how federal decision-makers operate, and the discipline to manage litigation, regulatory, and facility-related matters in parallel. RESPONSIBILITIES - Litigation Strategy - Develop and drive strategy on the company’s most consequential litigation, including affirmative challenges and constitutional and administrative law matters, from initial case assessment through dispositive motions and appeal. - Draft and oversee key filings, including complaints, preliminary injunction motions and oppositions, and dispositive and discovery motions, while managing outside counsel to a high standard of work product. - Lead internal fact development, including employee interviews, declarations, and witness preparation. - Coordinate amicus and coalition strategy and align litigation positions with the company’s external messaging. Regulatory and Government Engagement - Partner with the Head of Regulatory & Litigation on national and international regulatory matters affecting Saronic, including military acquisition regulation, export controls, and cross-cutting national security regulatory issues. - Engage with agencies and develop comments, filings, and advocacy strategies on regulations material to the company. - Advise senior leadership on risks and opportunities arising from legislation, executive orders, and regulation, and support the government affairs team on legal and policy engagement with the executive branch and Congress. - Prepare talking points, white papers, and briefing materials for meetings with government officials and other external stakeholders. Cross-Functional Counsel - Advise business leaders on the intersection of law, policy, and strategy across product, government affairs, and corporate functions. - Help build the legal infrastructure of a fast-scaling defense technology company. QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of legal experience involving litigation and regulatory matters (government, in-house, or top-tier law firm). - Juris Doctor and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. - A track record of building and executing strategy in high-stakes federal litigation, including constitutional, administrative, or complex commercial matters. - Experience advising senior executives or government officials on legal, regulatory, and policy risk. - Demonstrated interest in or experience with national security, defense, or law enforcement matters. - Excellent written and oral advocacy; ability to operate with senior policymakers and senior executives with equal credibility. - Sound judgment, low ego, high ownership, and the temperament to thrive in a fast-moving, mission-driven company. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Prior executive branch, congressional, military, or other national security experience. - Experience with environmental, permitting, or land-use matters for large-scale industrial or infrastructure facilities. - Experience with defense acquisition, export controls, or CFIUS. - Familiarity with autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, dual-use technology, or defense innovation. - Current or prior U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher); TS/SCI eligibility strongly preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer - Occasional standing and walking within the office - Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment - Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports - Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies - Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages) BENEFITS Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees https://saronic-assets-public.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Saronic%20CCPA%20Notice%20for%20Candidates%20and%20California%20Employees.pdf If this role is based in the United States, it 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) https://www.govinfo.gov/link/uscode/8/1324b. 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. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.