Autonomous Vessel Mission Lead

Blue Ops; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Bonus opportunities

Background check facilitated

Job summary

Blue Ops in Fort Pierce, Florida, seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous surface vessel operations and testing. You will supervise crews, coordinate with shoreside personnel, and ensure safe, compliant mission execution in dynamic maritime environments.

The role requires USCG Master licensing, STCW credentials, and proven leadership in high-pressure operations, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a USCG Master license and STCW credentials.
• Experience as senior deck officer or command role aboard crewed vessels.
• Strong knowledge of navigation, voyage planning, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead vessel operations and autonomous mission execution with a high-performing crew.
• Coordinate with shoreside teams, engineers, and mission personnel for test plans.
• Maintain logs, maintenance records, and regulatory documentation with accuracy.

Skills

USCG Master license

Maritime leadership

Voyage planning

Bridge resource management

Navigation systems

Emergency procedures

COLREGs compliance

GIS software

Tactical decision making

Education

USCG/STCW credentials

TWIC

US passport

Tools

Voyage planning software

GIS tools

Marine navigation systems

Job description

Blue Ops in Fort Pierce, Florida, seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous surface vessel operations and testing. You will supervise crews, coordinate with shoreside personnel, and ensure safe, compliant mission execution in dynamic maritime environments.

The role requires USCG Master licensing, STCW credentials, and proven leadership in high-pressure operations, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.