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Saildrone

Hydrographic Surveyor

Saildrone

. Support collection of deep water bathymetric data using an uncrewed survey vehicle .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bathymetric data collection and analysis using uncrewed survey vehicles, with a strong focus on compliance with industry standards and effective communication with project teams. Proficient in data processing and quality assurance for marine survey projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In Hydrography3+ Years Experience In Survey IndustryFamiliarity With Multibeam SystemsExperience Processing Bathymetric Data With QimeraCategory A/B Hydrographer Certification

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Hard Skills
Bathymetric Data CollectionData QA/QCData ProcessingEquipment CalibrationSurvey Project ManagementTelemetry MonitoringData AcquisitionSurvey PlanningReal-Time TroubleshootingMarine Survey Analysis
Soft Skills
Detail-OrientedExcellent Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Seafloor Information Systems (SIS)Norbit DCTQinsyQimeraCARISKongsberg SystemsNorbit SystemsTeledyne Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Category A/B Hydrographer CertificationNSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
Industry Keywords
HydrographyOceanographyGeomaticsRemote SensingUncrewed Surface VehiclesMarine Survey StandardsIHO Data StandardsSurvey Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support collection of deep water bathymetric data using an uncrewed survey vehicle
  • Participate in collection, monitoring, analysis, and interpretation of marine survey data
  • Perform data QA/QC, equipment setup and calibration, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables and reports
  • Participate in bathymetric survey projects from assignment through completion
  • Assist the Lead Surveyor with project reporting tasks
  • Stand watches monitoring sonars and sensors on an internationally operating fleet of Saildrones
  • Plan routes and communicate with drone pilots and the mission Lead Surveyor to meet survey objectives and standards
  • Communicate survey status, update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, and maintain survey schedules
  • Ensure field procedures and Saildrone data collection standards are followed
  • Ensure compliance with company, industry, and local regulatory standards
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and procedures
  • Keep current with IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 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
  • Familiarity with acquisition software such as Seafloor Information Systems (SIS), Norbit DCT or Qinsy
  • Ability to work irregular hours, rotating weekends, and shift work
  • Category A/B Hydrographer Certification (desired)
  • NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer (desired)
  • Three or more years of experience processing bathymetric/hydrographic data with Qimera or CARIS (desired)
  • Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations, including remote watch-standing, telemetry monitoring, and real-time troubleshooting (desired)
  • Detail-oriented with a disciplined approach to communications, processes, and projects
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (desired)
  • Ability to operate a keyboard and other peripheral devices

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
  • Robust annual holiday schedule
  • Paid sick leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions for employees and dependents
  • Equity grants
  • 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth payroll contribution options
  • Annual professional development reimbursement program
  • Relocation assistance for eligible roles