Autonomous Vessel Operations Master — Equity

Blue Ops, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Blue Ops, Inc. in Fort Pierce, FL seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous vessel operations, testing, and deployment. You will supervise crews, coordinate with shoreside teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a USCG Master license, STCW credentials, TWIC, and extensive maritime leadership experience. Expect 28-on/28-off rotations, up to 50% travel, and collaboration with engineering and mission personnel to advance autonomous systems.

Qualifications

• USCG Master license and STCW credentials required.
• TWIC and valid passport/clearance considerations.
• Extensive senior deck officer/command experience in dynamic maritime environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise vessel crews and maintain a disciplined, high-performing team.
• Coordinate with shoreside teams, engineers, and mission personnel to execute test plans and missions.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate autonomous vessel missions; maintain logs and compliance records.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Decision making

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Risk management

Teamwork

Time management

Education

USCG Master license

STCW credentials (Basic Training, OICNW, Medical PIC)

TWIC

US passport or eligibility

Tools

Voyage planning software

GIS tools

Marine navigation systems

Job description

Blue Ops, Inc. in Fort Pierce, FL seeks a Mission Operations Master to lead autonomous vessel operations, testing, and deployment. You will supervise crews, coordinate with shoreside teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a USCG Master license, STCW credentials, TWIC, and extensive maritime leadership experience. Expect 28-on/28-off rotations, up to 50% travel, and collaboration with engineering and mission personnel to advance autonomous systems.