USV Test Engineer & Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

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

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.