Maritime Systems Integration Engineer — Hands-On Prototyping

Red Cat Holdings; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cat Holdings is seeking an Integration Engineer to join the Blue Ops maritime division in Fort Pierce, FL. You will integrate sensors, onboard computers, and supporting hardware across maritime platforms, ensuring robust electrical and mechanical interfaces through rapid prototyping and hands‑on fabrication.

The role emphasizes practical problem solving, attention to detail, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver reliable system integration from bench tests to on‑water trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, systems, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in systems integration, hardware testing, robotics, or a comparable engineering role.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must pass a background check and obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
• Practical experience installing and troubleshooting electromechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of DC power, wiring, Ethernet, and serial communications.
• Ability to interpret schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Experience using electrical test equipment and documenting troubleshooting findings.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate sensors, communications equipment, onboard computers, and supporting hardware onto vessel platforms.
• Review equipment requirements and identify power, connectivity, mounting, and installation needs.
• Design and fabricate prototype mounts, brackets, adapters, and other mechanical or electrical interfaces to meet evolving integration needs and accelerate system development.
• Build, test, and refine integration solutions through rapid prototyping, incorporating test results and team feedback to improve fit, function, and reliability.
• Assemble, inspect, and troubleshoot wiring harnesses, low‑voltage power circuits, and data connections.
• Configure connected equipment and diagnose issues across hardware, networking, and software interfaces.
• Prepare and update wiring diagrams, installation instructions, interface documentation, and equipment configurations.
• Develop and execute test procedures with engineering guidance; record results, investigate failures, and verify corrective actions.
• Support bench testing, dockside checks, sea trials, and customer demonstrations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and equipment suppliers to resolve technical questions and communicate progress or blockers.

Skills

Systems integration

Hardware testing

Robotics

Maritime environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Schematic interpretation

Job description

Red Cat Holdings is seeking an Integration Engineer to join the Blue Ops maritime division in Fort Pierce, FL. You will integrate sensors, onboard computers, and supporting hardware across maritime platforms, ensuring robust electrical and mechanical interfaces through rapid prototyping and hands‑on fabrication.

The role emphasizes practical problem solving, attention to detail, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver reliable system integration from bench tests to on‑water trials.