Autonomous Surface Vessel (ASV) Field Service Representative

Seasats • San Diego, CA

13d • Remote

About The Position

Seasats is deploying autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs or robotic boats) globally and is seeking full-time field operators to ensure the fleet operates smoothly and effectively. This role offers the opportunity to learn from experts, work with military and civilian professionals, and be part of a revolutionary industry. The position involves significant worldwide travel, working odd hours, and experiencing the challenges and rewards of cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• Responsible and good-humored.
• Comfortable working under pressure, teaching others, and responding rapidly and decisively to new information.
• Effective written and verbal communicator in various settings.
• Able to collaborate with others, take direction, or operate independently.
• Excited to travel to new global locations for extended periods.
• A quick learner and patient troubleshooter.
• Comfortable working with laptops, tablets, phones, and other technology.
• Skilled in time management, willing to work long hours, and committed to completing tasks.
• Proficient with hand tools and basic mechanical tasks (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.).
• Safety conscious.
• Resourceful, confident, and capable of completing tasks even if initial plans fail.
• Prepared for strenuous physical activity and handling heavy equipment in diverse weather conditions.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with no restrictions.
• Comfortable driving in unfamiliar locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience on the ocean or around boats.
• Experience driving small boats.
• Experience driving autonomous boats.
• Prior military service.
• Experience working with children or teaching.
• Skill with RC vehicles and/or video games.
• Familiarity with basic networking, electronics, or software troubleshooting.
• Experience driving a forklift.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Completing deployments of up to two continuous months at Navy bases and other sites globally.
• Interfacing with Navy, Coast Guard, and other personnel, and relaying key information to the San Diego team.
• Launching and recovering ASVs.
• Remotely monitoring and controlling ASVs via computer or phone during missions.
• Communicating bugs and feature requests to the San Diego development team to enhance operations.
• Utilizing electronic devices and maps for mission planning, considering weather and other variables.
• Traveling regularly to San Diego for training on new vehicle features and maintenance/operations procedures.
• Completing contracting requirements such as daily status updates via Slack, email, or Signal.
• Performing occasional nighttime operations.

Benefits

• Stock options
• 401k matching
• Competitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)
• Four free lunches per week
• An employee activity fund
• A pet-friendly office
• Unlimited/Flex PTO
• Travel bonuses
• Travel stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed