Marine Mammal Operator 1

SAIC • Coronado, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Operator 1 for our San Diego, CA location. In this role, the successful candidate will be required to provide oversight and technical direction to staff in a non-supervisory capacity, perform preparation of rations, cleaning of food preparation areas, animal enclosures and commons areas, as well as maintaining and cleaning specialized equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Must hold a Secret security clearance.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• The ability to successfully pass a Maritime Vessel Operation Color Blind Test as directed by the contract.
• SCUBA certification
• Two and a half years (36 months) of Marine Mammal Systems experience.
• SAIC Dive Supervisor qualified.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced scuba skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Operation and maintenance of small watercraft.
• Feeding and administration of food supplements.
• Perform advanced husbandry, and observation of marine mammals.
• Serve as primary handler for multiple animals, executing individual training plans for specific animals.
• Perform tasks related to the care and training of marine mammals for specific marine mammal projects.
• Scuba diving and oversight of dive station tasking.
• Working outdoors, on boats in adverse weather conditions.
• Deter the presence of nuisance animals following established NIWC processes and procedures.
• Travel with animals for extended periods of time anywhere in the world, to include potentially harsh environmental and high risk locations, within 72 hours’ notice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED