Marine Electronic Technician

SeaView Geophysical; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SeaView Geophysical in Michigan is seeking a Marine Electronic Technician to join our on-site team in Dexter, MI. The role focuses on assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining marine electronic systems used in underwater robotics and geophysical surveys.

During up to 150 field days per year, you will deploy equipment, troubleshoot faults, and support system integration with engineers and field staff to ensure reliable performance in demanding marine environments.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electronics Technology and basic Electricity, with the ability to read schematics and work safely with electrical systems.
• Hands-on skills in Soldering, wiring, and electronic assembly for sensors, control modules, and related marine hardware.
• Proficiency in Troubleshooting, including diagnosing electronic and electrical faults and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Experience with Maintenance & Repair of electronic equipment, including preventive maintenance and field-ready repairs.
• Relevant technical training or degree in electronics, electrical technology, marine technology, or a closely related field.
• Comfortable working in workshop and marine operational settings, including handling tools, instruments, and field equipment.
• Ability to follow technical procedures, maintain clear documentation, and collaborate effectively in a small-team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to support occasional travel for field operations; experience with marine systems or robotics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, install, test, and maintain marine electronic systems used in underwater robotics and geophysical survey platforms.
• Field deployment of equipment up to 150 days per year, including EM tow arrays, subsea crawlers, sensor packages, and ROVs.
• Collaborate with engineers and field staff to prepare systems for deployment and document configurations, test results, and maintenance activities.
• Diagnose faults in the field and perform in-field repairs to keep equipment operational.

Skills

Electronics

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

Electronics degree

Marine technology degree

Electrical technology certification

Tools

Soldering tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Company Description: SeaView Geophysical is a Michigan-based small business specializing in underwater robotics and marine operations for geophysical applications. The company designs and deploys custom platforms that utilize the GapEOD Marine UltraTEM IV Advanced Geophysical Classification system to detect and classify Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC). As a pioneer in shallow-water Underwater Advanced Geophysical Classification (UWAGC), SeaView Geophysical works on technically challenging, mission-focused projects in marine environments. Team members contribute to advancing safety and data quality in underwater surveys while working with cutting-edge marine electronics and instrumentation.

Role Description: The Marine Electronic Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Dexter, MI, with up to 150 days/year of field work.

This position is broken into two main task types: Preparation and Deployment

Preparation: The employee is responsible for assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining marine electronic systems used in underwater robotics and geophysical survey platforms. Day-to-day tasks include wiring and soldering electronic components, diagnosing and troubleshooting sensors and control systems, and conducting routine maintenance and repairs on field equipment. The technician will assist with system integration, support equipment mobilization and demobilization for marine operations, and help document configurations, test results, and maintenance activities. Collaboration with engineers and field staff to prepare systems for deployment and ensure reliable performance in demanding marine environments is a key part of the role.

Field Deployment: For up to 150 days per year (3-week rotations), the employee will take the prepared equipment into the field to support marine geophysical data collection operations. Operations include the deployment and operation of electromagnetic towed arrays, subsea robotic crawlers, subsea sensor packages, and Remotely Operated Vehicles, as well as the operation of hydrographic survey and geophysical data acquisition software and equipment. As a member of a field team, the employee will be responsible for integrating subsea sensors, the in-field diagnosis and repair of faults, supporting the day-to-day running of SeaView Geophysical's survey vessels, inventory and management of spares, and

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electronics Technology and basic Electricity, with the ability to read schematics and work safely with electrical systems.
• Hands-on skills in Soldering, wiring, and electronic assembly for sensors, control modules, and related marine hardware.
• Proficiency in Troubleshooting, including diagnosing electronic and electrical faults and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Experience with Maintenance & Repair of electronic equipment, including preventive maintenance and field-ready repairs.
• Relevant technical training or degree in electronics, electrical technology, marine technology, or a closely related field.
• Comfortable working in workshop and marine operational settings, including handling tools, instruments, and field equipment.
• Ability to follow technical procedures, maintain clear documentation, and collaborate effectively in a small-team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to support occasional travel for field operations; experience with marine systems or robotics is a plus.

SVG offers health insurance and a 401(k) for full-time employees.

Advancement

SVG is a small business on a rapid growth path offering excellent opportunities for advancement for the right candidate.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

SVG believes this position would be particularly well suited to US Navy veterans with an electronics background. Specifically applicable ratings include: FC, FT, ET, STS, and STG