Autonomy Mission Ops Engineer & Technical Trainer

NightDragon Acquisition Corp.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options

Paid Parental Leave

Free lunch benefit

Job summary

A cutting-edge maritime technology firm is seeking a Mission Operations Engineer – Technical Instructor in San Diego. The successful candidate will design and deliver training programs for autonomous systems, ensuring mission readiness for internal teams and external customers. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, leading training sessions, and supporting field operations with real-world system troubleshooting. Ideal candidates have expertise in C++ programming and possess a degree in Engineering or Computer Science. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in software development with C++ in Linux.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructor-led training for operators on system operation.
• Translate mission workflows into structured training programs.
• Support deployment of ASV systems in maritime environments.

Skills

C++ Programming

Technical Troubleshooting

Training Delivery

Project Coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Linux Environment

Robotics Systems

Job description

A cutting-edge maritime technology firm is seeking a Mission Operations Engineer – Technical Instructor in San Diego. The successful candidate will design and deliver training programs for autonomous systems, ensuring mission readiness for internal teams and external customers. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, leading training sessions, and supporting field operations with real-world system troubleshooting. Ideal candidates have expertise in C++ programming and possess a degree in Engineering or Computer Science. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan.