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*
*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.
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
