Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Saildrone is a maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles. They are seeking a Vehicle Assembly & Service Technician to lead assembly and service operations, ensuring the vehicles are mission-capable while also providing training and mentorship to team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead the assembly and service workflows for the Saildrone vehicle fleet, ensuring all drones are fully mission-capable and optimized for maximum operational uptime
- Apply fundamentally sound mechanical and electrical skills to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment in a challenging field environment
- Travel domestically and internationally to execute the deployment, recovery, and repair of Saildrone vehicles
- Lead the technical development of the team and train contractors, clients, and other third parties on complex technical procedures, including vehicle assembly and servicing
- Act as a brand ambassador for Saildrone, maintaining high levels of self-awareness and professionalism during all interactions with clients and internal colleagues
- Proactively assess current workflows, in-field assembly procedures, and vehicle designs to provide feedback that increases safety, consistency, and overall efficiency
Skills
- 5 or more years of experience executing operations involving the application of fundamentally sound electrical and mechanical skills while performing a technical service role in a field, shipyard, or heavy industrial environment; must be able to follow service instructions/diagrams and use tools ranging from basic hand tools to heavy equipment and rigging
- Ability to lead and work in teams, including third-party contractors, to execute operational plans and deliver on contractual obligations; must be able to simplify technical concepts and product knowledge to teach and coach end-users on vehicle assembly and service
- Strong organizational habits and a willingness to define, follow, and improve safety, process, and work standards while maintaining appropriate records and inventories
- U.S. Person Status and eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance; willingness to support 75% domestic and international travel
- Desire and ability to provide industry-defining customer service for both external customers and Saildrone colleagues
- Prior experience planning, leading, and performing technically complex operations in the field for a global OEM servicing the automotive, aerospace, shipyard, offshore oil and gas, heavy civil/mining, renewable energy, or telecommunications industries
- Experience in a fast-paced, start-up environment or an advanced serviceability / manufacturability of design role, with the ability to develop technical repair content to support global standardization and service documentation
- Ability to systematically isolate, diagnose, and repair issues on electro-mechanical systems in a marine environment
- Personal or professional experience on or near water, including familiarity with rigging, mooring, and basic boat handling principles
- Experience with heavy equipment loading, shipping preparation, offloading, and relocation. Proficiency in driving forklifts, lifting machines, and crane operation
- Experience driving 30+ ft twin-engine powerboats with vehicles in tow and general experience at sea
Benefits
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave ensure you can rest, reset, and sustain performance over time.
- Premium, multi-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions for employees and dependents—providing security and peace of mind.
- Equity grants are a core part of our compensation, allowing you to participate in the long-term value you help create through meaningful, operational work.
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible pre-tax and Roth payroll contribution options supports long-term financial planning.
- We support your continuous learning through an annual professional development reimbursement program, empowering you to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving field.
- For eligible roles, we offer relocation assistance to help bring the world’s best talent to our mission-critical locations.
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