Test Engineer/Operations Specialist

Astrion; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion in San Diego seeks a Test Engineer/Operations Specialist for the USV Operations and Sustainment program. This role supports at-sea testing, mission planning, and system development for unmanned surface vessels.

Requires 5+ years at-sea operations, US citizenship, and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Travel may be required; salary around $80k+ USD annually, with experience and certifications impacting the offer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with at-sea operations in a position of responsibility.
• College degree (BA/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; US Citizen required.
• USCG Maritime license as master, mate or AB is a differentiating factor.

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 payloads.
• Maintain post-test documentation and prepare test analysis reports and presentations.
• Operate mission systems for unmanned vessels.
• Assist with at-sea testing of vessels; operate and maintain small boats.

Skills

Sea operations leadership

Secret clearance eligibility

US citizen

Maritime operations experience

Education

BA/BS in related field

AA or high school diploma for exceptional experience

Tools

USCG Maritime license (master/mate/AB)

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 ClearanceCERTIFICATIONS:N/A

TRAVEL:Some travel may be required

SALARY RANGE: Estimated $80,000+ USD annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

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.
• DraftMOVEREPs andrelatedmissionplanning documentation
• Maintain and update chart files for USV operations.
• Draft test documentation to support test and developmentobjectivesfor 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 andmaintainsmall boats