Test Engineer/Operations Specialist

Astrion; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

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Job summary

Astrion seeks a Test Engineer/Operations Specialist in San Diego to support USV Operations and Sustainment. You will contribute to system development for unmanned vessels, crew mission planning, and at-sea testing, ensuring readiness for Navy deployments.

The role requires 5+ years at-sea leadership, US citizenship, and eligibility for a Secret clearance, with travel as needed and full-time commitment in San Diego.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with at-sea operations in a position of responsibility (naval or maritime).
• College degree preferred; other credentials considered for exceptional experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of teams during at-sea operations.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; US Citizen required.
• USCG maritime license as master/mate/AB is a differentiating factor.
• Physical ability to operate from small boats and ships.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of systems for large Unmanned Surface Vessels.
• Draft MOVEREPs and related mission planning documentation.
• Maintain and update chart files for USV operations.
• Draft test documentation to support test and development objectives for USV operations.
• Plan and execute testing of maritime unmanned vehicles and associated payloads.
• Maintain post-test documentation and prepare test analysis reports and presentations as directed.
• Operate mission systems for unmanned vehicles.
• Assist with at-sea testing of vessels; Operate and maintain small boats.

Education

BA/BS preferred

AA or high school diploma considered

Leadership of at-sea teams

Secret clearance eligibility

US Citizen

Job description

Overview

Test Engineer/Operations Specialist

LOCATION:San Diego CA

JOB STATUS:Full-time

CLEARANCE:Must hold or be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

CERTIFICATIONS:N/A

TRAVEL:Some travel may be required

SALARY RANGE:Estimated $80,000+ USD annually

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer/Operations Specialist for the USV Operations and Sustainment program supporting Astrion Navy Division.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 5+ years experience with at-sea operations in a position of responsibility (US Navy Officer of the Deck, Tactical Action Officer, CIC Watch Officer, Warfare Coordinator, etc. or similar in the maritime industry).
• College degree (BA or BS) preferred. Will consider AA or high school diploma for exceptionally experienced candidates.
• Demonstrated leadership of teams during at-sea operations.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Must be US Citizen
• USCG Maritime license as master, mate or AB is a differentiating factor.
• Physical ability to operate from small boats and ships.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Experience with electronic charting systems such as ECDIS.
• Experience testing maritime systems at sea.
• Experience developing and executing formal test plans.
• Military or research vessel community experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with development of systems for large Unmanned Surface Vessels.
• Draft MOVEREPs and related mission planning documentation
• Maintain and update chart files for USV operations.
• Draft test documentation to support test and development objectives for USV operations
• Plan and execute testing of maritime unmanned vehicles and associated payloads.
• Maintain post-test documentation and prepare test analysis reports and presentations as directed
• Operate mission systems for unmanned vehicles.
• Assist with at-sea testing of vessels; Operate and maintain small boats