USV Test Engineer & At-Sea Operations Lead

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

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.