Seasats - San Diego, CA

posted 1 day ago

Full-time - Entry Level
San Diego, CA
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

Seasats is a nimble, highly technical business that provides defense, scientific, and commercial customers with maritime robotics solutions. Our primary products are autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs) built to carry sensors at sea for months at a time. The company is located in sunny San Diego and includes talented engineers, builders, tinkerers, and business architects. Internally, our work culture is hard working but fun. Externally, we've built a reputation for being professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to getting the job done. As a Traveling Robot Operator, you will be part of a growing team responsible for deploying a fleet of ASVs. This role involves extensive travel to various coastal locations, including Navy bases and other sites around the world, where you will interface with military personnel and manage the operations of the ASVs. You will be expected to complete deployments of up to two continuous months, monitor and control ASVs remotely, and communicate effectively with the San Diego team to ensure mission success. This position requires a strong commitment to teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to new challenges in dynamic environments. You will also be responsible for maintaining safety and operational standards while working in various weather conditions and handling heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Completing deployments of up to two continuous months at Navy bases and other sites around the world.
  • Interfacing with Navy, Coast Guard, and other personnel, and passing on key information to the San Diego team.
  • Launching and recovering ASVs.
  • Remote monitoring and controlling of ASVs via a computer or phone during missions.
  • Sharing bugs and feature requests with the San Diego development team to improve operations.
  • Using electronic devices and maps to plan missions, taking into account weather and other variables.
  • Regular sessions with the San Diego team (some remote, some in San Diego) to learn about new vehicle features and maintenance/operations procedures.
  • Completing contracting requirements such as daily status updates via Slack, email, or Signal.
  • Occasional nighttime operations.

Requirements

  • Responsible and good humored.
  • Comfortable working under pressure, teaching people, and responding rapidly and decisively to new information.
  • An effective written and verbal communicator in all sorts of settings.
  • Able to work well with others, take orders, or operate independently as needed.
  • Excited to travel to new parts of the world for extended periods of time.
  • A quick learner and a patient troubleshooter.
  • Happy working with laptops, tablets, phones, and other technology.
  • Able to manage time well, but comfortable working long hours and willing to stick around until the job is done.
  • Handy with hand tools and basic wrenching, screw drivers, etc.
  • Safety conscious.
  • Resourceful, confident, and capable enough to get the job done even if plan A goes south.
  • Ready to do strenuous physical activity and handle heavy equipment in all sorts of weather conditions.
  • In possession of a valid drivers license with no restrictions and comfortable driving in unfamiliar locations.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience on the ocean or around boats (strong plus).
  • Prior military service.
  • Experience working with kids 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.

Benefits

  • $75,000 base salary
  • Travel bonuses ranging from $20,000-$40,000/yr
  • Stock options
  • 401k matching up to 4% of salary
  • Competitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)
  • Four free lunches per week when you're in the office
  • Generous vacation allowances and travel bonuses for every week away from home (except in San Diego)
  • Travel stipend while on the road.
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