Marine Operations Manager

PacMar Technologies

. Lead and manage all marine operations involving boats, amphibious vehicles, and unmanned underwater vehicles .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeHonolulu • Hawaii • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $89,000 - $136,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in marine operations, including the management and deployment of amphibious vehicles and unmanned underwater vehicles. Possesses strong leadership, project management, and communication skills to effectively coordinate teams and ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Marine Operations ManagementU.S. Coast Guard Captain’s LicenseLeadership and Team ManagementProject Management SkillsMarine Safety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Marine Equipment KnowledgeAmphibious Vehicle ManagementUnmanned Underwater Vehicle OperationsRisk AssessmentContingency PlanningPerformance Metrics MonitoringSOP DevelopmentVessel Registration ProcessingField Test CoordinationData Collection and Experimentation

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDSECRET Clearance

Industry Keywords

Marine OperationsSafety ProtocolsRegulatory ComplianceProject CoordinationContract Negotiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage all marine operations involving boats, amphibious vehicles, and unmanned underwater vehicles
Collaborate with Test Directors, project managers, principal investigators, engineers, technicians, and researchers to plan and lead demonstrations, deployments, and field tests
Optimize vehicle performance, including propulsion, navigation, and communication systems
Gather project requirements and coordinate timely vehicle deployment for data collection and experimentation
Source and coordinate outside contractors, vendors, external partners, and subcontractors
Negotiate contracts and ensure quality and timely service delivery
Coordinate equipment movement and organize and maintain remote storage locations
Ensure readiness for field operations
Lead training on marine-platform operations and maintenance for internal teams and external organizations
Manage technicians and operators involved in maintenance, repair, and deployment
Direct shop apprentices in storage organization and general maintenance as needed
Develop and ensure compliance with marine safety programs, equipment, materials, and notifications
Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans
Act as charter captain for company vessels
Track projects, support needs, and progress
Monitor operational data, performance metrics, and field feedback; implement corrective actions
Assist coworkers in developing seamanship and boat-handling skills
Schedule harbor operations; operate, deploy, retrieve, and maintain vessels
Maintain compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations
Process and maintain vessel registration documentation and records
Maintain equipment, tools, and maintenance records
Oversee development and implementation of marine-operations SOPs
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED
Seven years related experience
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for four years of related experience
U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License
Strong knowledge of marine equipment, systems, and safety protocols
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to effectively manage a team
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making abilities, especially in high-pressure situations
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
Strong organizational and project management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards governing marine operations
Ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while working strongly with others in a team
Ability to self-motivate and demonstrate good time-management skills
Extensive experience in marine operations, particularly deployment and management of amphibious vehicles and unmanned underwater vehicles
Employment contingent upon successfully passing an employee background check and post-offer drug screen
Must be a U.S. Citizen with a SECRET clearance or ability to obtain a SECRET clearance