Autonomous Maritime Mission Operations Lead

Blue Ops - A Red Cat Company; Florida; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ops, a Red Cat company, seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous vessel missions from Fort Pierce, Florida. You will supervise crews, ensure safe and compliant operations, and support testing and deployment of advanced autonomous maritime systems.

The role requires strong maritime leadership, risk assessment, and the ability to coordinate with shoreside teams, regulators, and mission personnel. Willingness to travel and work in dynamic maritime environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid USCG Master license appropriate to vessel and duties.
• STCW credentials including OICNW, Medical PIC and FCC where applicable.
• TWIC and USCG medical certificate.
• Passport valid for travel and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vessel and mission operations, including autonomous testing.
• Lead onboard crews, ensuring discipline and high performance.
• Coordinate with shoreside engineers and mission planners to execute test plans.
• Monitor vessel systems and performance; initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain logs, voyage records, and maintenance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with USCG, IMO, SOLAS and classification society requirements.

Skills

Maritime leadership

Vessel operations

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

USCG Master license

STCW credentials (OICNW, Medical PIC, FCC)

TWIC

Tools

Voyage planning software

GIS tools

Marine navigation systems

Job description

Blue Ops, a Red Cat company, seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous vessel missions from Fort Pierce, Florida. You will supervise crews, ensure safe and compliant operations, and support testing and deployment of advanced autonomous maritime systems.

The role requires strong maritime leadership, risk assessment, and the ability to coordinate with shoreside teams, regulators, and mission personnel. Willingness to travel and work in dynamic maritime environments is essential.