Hydrographic Surveyor — Autonomous Marine Data Specialist

Saildrone; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health coverage

Equity grants

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Saildrone seeks a Hydrographic Surveyor to support deep water bathymetric data collection using an uncrewed survey vehicle. You will participate in collection, monitoring, analysis and interpretation of marine survey data.

The role covers data QA/QC, equipment setup, data processing, and delivering final reports, while coordinating with pilots and the Lead Surveyor to meet survey objectives across international operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• 3+ years experience in the Survey or Geoscience industry as a survey professional
• Familiarity with multibeam systems and acquisition software (SIS, Norbit, Qinsy, Qimera, CARIS)
• Ability to work irregular hours, rotating weekends, and shift work
• Detail-oriented with disciplined communication and project practices

Responsibilities

• Data QA/QC, equipment setup and calibration, data acquisition
• Data processing and production of final deliverables/reports
• Stand watches and monitor sonar/sensors on international fleet
• Plan routes, communicate with pilots and Lead Surveyor to meet objectives
• Ensure field procedures meet Saildrone standards and regulations
• Identify process improvements and stay current with IHO/national standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Facility with irregular hours

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hydrography or related field

Tools

Kongsberg multibeam

Norbit

Teledyne systems

Qinsy

Qimera/CARIS

SIS software

Job description

Saildrone seeks a Hydrographic Surveyor to support deep water bathymetric data collection using an uncrewed survey vehicle. You will participate in collection, monitoring, analysis and interpretation of marine survey data.

The role covers data QA/QC, equipment setup, data processing, and delivering final reports, while coordinating with pilots and the Lead Surveyor to meet survey objectives across international operations.