Core Responsibilities
- Participate and assist in USV deployment and recovery operations
- Pilot OOR’s Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs) either in-house o remotely
- Conduct small-vessel operations in support of USV field work on the water
- Help plan field operations, including scheduling, USV preparation, and data collection
- Support collection and organization of oceanographic, meteorological, and other data
- Analyze various data including ocean properties, acoustics, and engineering output of USVs
- Assist writing detailed reports including data acquisition methods, analysis, and results
- Work collaboratively with OOR project managers and technical teams to support both customer and company goals
Requirements
- On-water experience with small vessels and boating
- Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate technical information in a clear and understandable manner
- Experience in data analysis and related activities
- Undergraduate degree in marine technology, ocean science, engineering, or similar
- Adaptable and enthusiastic about a startup company environment
- Passionate about advancing innovative technology and making an impact
- Ability to lift >50 pounds
- Valid Driver’s license
Skills & Qualifications – Not required but an asset
- Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) training, or higher
- Small Domestic Vessel – Basic Safety (SDV-BS) training (formerly “MED – A3”)
- Radio Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC-M)
- Marine First Aid Certificate (MFAC)
- Experience with robotic ocean vehicle deployments
Benefits
Open Ocean Robotics is more than a company; it’s a community of visionaries, innovators, and environmental stewards. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, driving global expansion through collaborative partnerships, and contributing to a sustainable future, we invite you to explore opportunities with us.
We look forward to receiving your resume & detailed cover letter outlining why this position and Open Ocean Robotics appeals to you!
Start Date: August 19, 2024
Salary Range: $45,427 – $47,006
