Subsea Field Test Technician: Hands-On Marine Ops

Albacore Inc.; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Albacore Inc. is seeking a Field Test Technician to join the Ghostfin Field Operations team.

The role owns the physical logistics, safety, and readiness of the underwater vehicle for every test, including transport, launch, and recovery. This hands-on position requires you to prepare equipment, operate the support vessel and trailer, and work 1:1 with the Field Test Engineer on every deployment, while inspecting gear and maintaining safety.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working on the water and around marine equipment.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Reliable, direct, and self-motivated.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Able to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to travel 25–50%, including international travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the UUV and support equipment for field exercises, including staging, loading, and rigging for transport.
• Operate and tow the support vessel and trailer to test sites, including trailer handling and dock work.
• Support daily launch and recovery operations with the Field Test Engineer on deployments.
• Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections of the vehicle and flag issues.
• Maintain safety of the vehicle throughout transport, staging, and testing.
• Assist with day-to-day test operations and capture accurate operational records.
• Travel to support field testing and customer site operations.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Dependable

Outdoor work

Physical strength

Travel willingness

Job description

Albacore Inc. is seeking a Field Test Technician to join the Ghostfin Field Operations team.

The role owns the physical logistics, safety, and readiness of the underwater vehicle for every test, including transport, launch, and recovery. This hands-on position requires you to prepare equipment, operate the support vessel and trailer, and work 1:1 with the Field Test Engineer on every deployment, while inspecting gear and maintaining safety.