Vessel Coxswain / Fleet Coordination

Leidos•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Vessel Coxswain to contribute to cutting-edge engineering efforts within our Undersea Systems Division (USD). This role is a unique opportunity to drive innovation in underwater vehicle systems, maritime sensors, subsea telemetry, and ISR solutions that support critical defense and national security missions at Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific (NIWC PAC). Leidos’ USD is a recognized leader in C4ISR technologies, delivering innovative, mission-critical solutions across sensor networks, unmanned systems, and tactical platforms. We’re known for achieving “industry firsts” in the most challenging maritime domains. The selected candidate will be part of an elite, top-notch group responsible for the development, manufacture, and testing of electromechanical devices and Unmanned Vehicles, other undersea systems, and maritime mission applications. This individual will work closely with the government engineering team through all project phases. The ideal candidate will perform field support and assembly, and install, test, and evaluate precision underwater products as directed by engineering and lead integration personnel. They will also be able to read, interpret, and work with engineering schematics and drawing markups to produce mission-ready equipment. Tasking may include coordinating and planning boat operations/installations, operating and maintaining ROV systems, material management, and laboratory management tasks. Handling highly delicate scientific instruments is required. Travel for test events and installations may be required. This position will require the candidate to hold a Secret Clearance. This position will require the candidate to work a 9/80B schedule (80 hours of work into nine days over a two-week period, allowing for every other Friday off) to align with the NIWC government team.

Requirements

US Navy Small Boat Coxswain Certification.
Experience operating a small boat with US Navy divers using SCUBA or surface supply.
Experience operating small boats during UUV/USV operations.
Familiarity with USCG regulations, including Navigation Rules of the Road.
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to work in small, collaborative teams comprised of both contractor and government engineers and technicians.
Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities in working with precise electronic components.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Proven ability to solve problems creatively and effectively, even with constrained resources or incomplete information.
Must be flexible and responsive to customer needs.
Must be well-organized and detail-oriented.
Ability to work on several projects concurrently.
Familiarity with hand and power tools such as electric drills, saws, landscaping tools, etc.
US Citizenship.
Must be able to receive a DoD Secret security clearance if not already active.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating and maintaining RHIBs with both inboard and outboard engines.
Experience with operating and maintaining UUV and ROV systems and subsystems.

Responsibilities

Operation and maintenance of government-owned vessels.
Ability to support maritime field operations, including technical evaluation and training of other operators on UxS.
Maintain maintenance logs, mission logs, inventory, and configuration management of UUVs and auxiliary equipment.
Able to troubleshoot and correct electrical and mechanical issues on UxS/ROV assemblies and subassemblies.
Perform in-lab testing.
Manage logistics to include shipping, receiving, and material control.
Stock, pack, and load trailers/containers for out-of-area testing.
Verify system functionality using advanced electronic testing tools and procedures.
Collaborate with engineers and team members to improve production processes and address technical challenges.
Maintain detailed documentation of work performed and adhere to safety and quality standards.
Apply innovative problem-solving techniques to resolve technical challenges in high-stakes environments.