Technical Operations
Core
Field operations specialist responsible for deploying, testing, and maintaining autonomous underwater and surface vehicles in real-world environments.
Role type
Senior hands-on technical operations engineer (autonomous marine systems)
Builds
Autonomous vehicles (AUVs, ASVs) for defense, commercial, and scientific missions
Domain
Marine robotics, autonomous systems, defense and ocean science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
electromechanical systems troubleshooting, hands-on assembly and repair, Linux command-line usage, Python or Bash scripting, logistics coordination, SOP development, cross-functional communication
Preferred skills
boating experience, subsea system familiarity, sensor integration knowledge, maritime safety training
Technologies
Linux, Python, Bash, marine hardware, sensor systems (INS, DVL, USBL, MBES)
Responsibilities
Plan and execute field test campaigns for autonomous vehicles; perform hands-on assembly, maintenance, and repair of robotic systems; diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and software issues in the field; manage data collection and post-mission debriefs; support production build processes at HQ; maintain operational infrastructure and documentation; coordinate logistics and safety compliance for international deployments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
