Prototype Vessel Captain m/f/d

CargoKite GmbH; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading marine R&D company is seeking a Vessel Captain to lead operations of an innovative catamaran prototype. This pivotal role involves overseeing a year-long testing campaign, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring safe and efficient vessel navigation. Candidates should possess strong leadership capabilities and problem-solving skills in dynamic sea trial environments.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in commanding maritime vessels.
• Strong understanding of safety and navigation protocols.
• Ability to adapt and solve problems in evolving testing scenarios.

Aufgaben

• Lead operations of a 26-meter prototype vessel during testing.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate new technologies.
• Ensure high standards of safety and operational efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Safety Management

Technical Data Collection

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Posted:

15.06.2025

Expiry Date:

30.07.2025

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Job Description:

Your mission

As Vessel Captain, you will lead vessel operations throughout CargoKite’s year-long testing campaign. Based in Lisbon, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our catamaran prototype. You’ll collaborate closely with the engineering team as we test and integrate cutting-edge technologies—starting with baseline operations and progressing to kite propulsion and autonomous navigation. This hands-on role will involve frequent coastal and offshore deployments.

In detail, you will play a leading role in one of the most innovative testing campaigns in maritime R&D today. You will:

• Command our 26-meter prototype vessel throughout a 12-month coastal and offshore sea trial program.
• Oversee vessel operations in collaboration with engineering and autonomy teams during each test phase.
• Ensure safe navigation, equipment readiness, and the seamless integration of novel systems—first mechanical, then kite-based propulsion, and eventually autonomous features.
• Support technical data collection, provide operational feedback, and help shape procedures for future commercial deployments.
• Maintain high standards of safety, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving throughout evolving testing scenarios.
• Occasional onshore missions (vessel outfitting support, shipyard follow-up, training)