[Hiring] Hydrographic Surveyor @Saildrone

Role Description

Saildrone is seeking a Hydrographic Surveyor responsible for supporting the collection of deep water bathymetric data utilizing an uncrewed survey vehicle. In this role, you will participate in the collection, monitoring, analysis and interpretation of marine survey data.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the bathymetric survey project from assignment to completion
• Assist the Lead Surveyor with project reporting tasks as needed
• Stand watches monitoring a range of sonars/sensors on a fleet of Saildrones operating internationally
• Plan routes and communicate with drone pilots and mission Lead Surveyor to meet survey objectives and standards
• Communicate with applicable Saildrone personnel regarding the status of the survey to update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, and ensure survey schedules are maintained
• Ensure all established field procedures are followed and that they uphold Saildrone’s standards of data collection
• Ensure compliance with company standards, industry standards, and local regulations, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement of the company’s processes and procedures
• Keep up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• 3 or more years experience in the Survey or Geoscience industry as a survey professional
• Familiarity with multibeam systems such as Kongsberg, Norbit, Teledyne and acquisition software such as Seafloor Information Systems (SIS), Norbit DCT or Qinsy
• Ability to work irregular hours, rotating weekends, and shift work
• Detail-oriented with a disciplined approach to communications, processes, and projects

Desired Skills and Experience

• Category A/B Hydrographer Certification
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Three or more years of experience processing bathymetric/hydrographic data with Qimera or CARIS
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations, including remote watch-standing, telemetry monitoring, and real-time troubleshooting

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed on a computer and requires ability to operate a keyboard and other peripheral devices.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium, multi-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions.
• Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants are a core part of our compensation.
• Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible pre-tax and Roth payroll contribution options.
• Investment in Your Growth: Annual professional development reimbursement program.
• Relocation Support: For eligible roles, we offer relocation assistance.