Junior Unmanned Maritime Operations Specialist

Blue Ops Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ops INC is seeking a Military Operations Specialist to support USV operations, plan missions, collect data, and assist with testing and training. The role provides hands-on experience in unmanned maritime systems under supervision, building foundations for advanced defense tech roles.

Ideal candidates hold a technical degree and have experience in defense or unmanned systems, with strong data recording and communication skills. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, maritime operations, defense systems, robotics, or related field; equivalent military or vocational training considered.
• 2 years of experience in defense, maritime, unmanned systems, or related field; internship or academic project experience considered.
• Basic understanding of maritime operations, vessel systems, or autonomous vehicle concepts; willingness to learn command-and-control software with training.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data recording, field documentation, and operational logging.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation, system specifications, and operational procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to mission planning or telemetry tools is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a security clearance; active clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff in the execution of product and mission-supporting programs, including research and development activities, testing events, and operational demonstrations.
• Support internal teams in tracking program progress, documenting operational observations, and flagging schedule or technical concerns to senior personnel.
• Contribute to collaboration and knowledge-sharing activities across operational and engineering teams.
• Learn and apply corrective actions and process improvement steps under the guidance of senior operations staff.
• Assist in coordinating with government customers and mission partners to support communication and facilitate information flow under senior oversight.
• Assist in preparing operational documentation including CONOPS drafts, test plan support materials, and mission briefs.
• Participate in pre-mission planning sessions, mission execution observation, and post-mission debriefs.
• Assist in setup, pre-mission checks, and post-mission breakdown of USV systems under supervision.
• Monitor command-and-control interfaces and telemetry displays under supervision during live operations.
• Log navigation status, propulsion system performance, payload sensor outputs, and communications link health.
• Support maintenance of situational awareness throughout mission execution.
• Document and communicate operational issues to senior personnel and engineering staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Data logging

Technical docs

MS Office

Telemetry tools

Education

Engineering/maritime deg

Equivalent military/vocational training

Tools

C2 software

Telemetry tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Blue Ops INC is seeking a Military Operations Specialist to support USV operations, plan missions, collect data, and assist with testing and training. The role provides hands-on experience in unmanned maritime systems under supervision, building foundations for advanced defense tech roles.

Ideal candidates hold a technical degree and have experience in defense or unmanned systems, with strong data recording and communication skills. U.S.