Production Technician

About Saildrone: Saildrone is revolutionizing ocean data collection with autonomous uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). As a Production Technician, you’ll play a critical role in our hands-on, iterative development culture. We build and maintain cutting-edge marine technology that operates in extreme conditions worldwide, from hurricane-force winds to the deepest ocean trenches. This role involves physical prototyping, system testing, and field deployment of our vehicles, requiring a blend of mechanical ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation.\n\nResponsibilities:\n Design, build, and test new components and subsystems for our USV fleet\n Assist in the manufacturing and assembly of prototype vehicles and sensors\n Conduct rigorous field testing and troubleshooting in various marine environments\n Collaborate with engineers and technicians to iterate on designs based on real-world performance\n Maintain documentation of build processes and test results\n Support deployment and recovery operations for research and commercial missions\n\nRequirements:\n Hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical systems and prototyping\n Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development cycles\n Strong troubleshooting skills with mechanical/electrical systems\n Experience with fabrication tools and materials common in marine applications\n Excellent communication and teamwork skills\n Willingness to get your hands dirty and learn new technologies quickly\n\nWhat We Offer:\n Competitive salary and benefits package\n Opportunity to work on pioneering ocean technology\n Fast-paced environment with significant impact\n Travel to deployment sites around the world\n* Collaborative team with diverse expertise\n\nJoin us in pushing the boundaries of autonomous marine technology and helping us unlock the secrets of our planet’s oceans!