Integration​/Test Engineering - Cleared Contractor - L3

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Field Engineering/Integration & Test

Fall River, MA (Onsite)

The AUV Field Engineer
-are responsible for the operation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and supported auxiliary equipment. Key responsibilities include (1) operation of AUV in complex working environments/conditions including commercial and military vessels, (2) troubleshooting/maintenance/repair of electrical, mechanical, and software sensors/systems/subsystems associated with the AUV, (3) working directly with Customers to provide on-site support as a subject matter expert (SME) for hands-on / on-site training, acceptance testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, risk mitigation, and supporting overall program/project objectives.

• Support deck operations, including small boat handling, line handling, and operating Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS) from RHIBs and naval vessels.
• Perform mechanical assembly/disassembly of AUV modules and seal integrity checks.
• Planning and validating basic to complex mission planning & flight behaviors.
• Provide technical assistance outside normal business hours via phone/email/remote desktop sessions.
• Maintaining and developing AUV product documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and verify customer specifications, conduct operator training, and actively participate as an AUV System field service representative during demonstrations and field exercises with existing and potential new customers.
• Field exercises may be for up to 6 weeks.
• Interface with customers on behalf of AUV Systems Engineering and Program Management teams.
• Ability to travel (US and International) approximately: 60%.

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience, OR (Preferred) 8+ years of technical experience in a relevant field (US Navy ET, ST, MN, EM ratings or commercial maritime electronics).
• Graduate degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Must be physically able to work on swaying vessel decks, in confined spaces, and lift 50 lbs.
• Experience with software communication and networking protocols, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams layouts, and mechanical drawing understanding.
• Demonstrated basic seamanship skills (knot tying, line handling, deck safety) and ability to maintain situational awareness on active vessel decks.

• US Navy (or other military) background or experience working as a defense contractor alongside military personnel member.
• Commercial maritime experience (deckhand, mate, or technician).
• Active SECRET clearance.

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