Test Support JR Technician / Small Boat Operator

Test Support JR Technician / Small Boat Operator

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Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Test Support JR Technician / Small Boat Operator for the USV Operations and Sustainment program supporting Astrion Navy Division.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION:San Diego, California

JOB STATUS:Hourly

TRAVEL: Various OCONUS and at sea testing as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

SECURITY CLEARANCE:Current active Secret Clearance or Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.

CITIZENSHIP: Current U.S. Citizenship Required.

CERTIFICATIONS:N/A

EDUCATION / BACKROUND:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Basic knowledge of seamanship.
• Proficiency in small boat operations and maneuvers.
• Experience operating and maintaining small boats (12 to 30 feet, single and twin outboard motors).
• Eligible for a Secret security clearance
• Prior experience operating and maintaining small boats is required.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

• Flexibility to adapt to dynamic test environments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

* Experience with unmanned systems

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist in the planning and execution of operations and testing.

* Assist in command and control of autonomous vessels.

* Operate a variety of small boats (single and twin outboard, 12 to 30 feet).

* Conduct routine maintenance and perform minor repairs on boats.

* Support at-sea testing of unmanned maritime systems for the U.S. Navy.

* Perform other maintenance, cleaning and organizing duties as assgiend.

Additional Information:

* At-sea testing may occasionally require work weeks of up to 70 hours.

* Work may involve variable schedules and extended periods at sea.

SALARY RANGE: Estimated $20- $25 USD hourly*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications