Systems Support & Integration Engineer-USV

The focus of this position is system diagnosis and troubleshooting. This engineer is expected

to approach problems methodically, determine whether a failure originates in software,

configuration, networking, power, wiring, hardware, or an interface between systems, and

drive the issue through verification and resolution.

This is a hands-on role. The engineer should be equally comfortable working from a Linux

terminal, checking device connectivity, reviewing logs, and validating configurations as they

are using a multimeter, inspecting wiring, replacing hardware, or working aboard a vessel

during integration and test.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve faults across USV onboard systems, including compute, sensors,

communications, cameras, radar, GNSS, autopilot hardware, vessel networks, and

supporting electronics.

• Perform structured troubleshooting of hardware, software, configuration, networking,

power, wiring, sensor, and system-integration issues.

• Determine root cause rather than relying solely on component swapping or temporary

workarounds.

• Support vessel system checkout before testing, demonstrations, deliveries, and

customer events.

• Verify that onboard systems are communicating, configured correctly, and operating as

expected prior to deployment.

Ft. Pierce, FL (On-site / In person)

• Review system logs, service status, device health, and other diagnostic information to

isolate failures.

• Troubleshoot Linux-based onboard computers and embedded systems using tools such

as SSH, command-line utilities, logs, and system services.

• Perform basic network troubleshooting involving IP addressing, Ethernet connectivity,

static IPs, DHCP, switches, and device-to-device communications.

• Perform low-voltage DC electrical troubleshooting using a multimeter, including

verification of power, continuity, grounding, fuses, relays, connectors, and wiring.

• Identify recurring system issues and work with engineering teams to develop durable

corrective actions.

This role is well suited for an engineer with a computer engineering, electrical engineering, IT,

robotics, or related technical background who enjoys diagnosing problems across software,

networks, electronics, sensors, and physical hardware. The successful candidate will work, * 1-4 years of experience in systems support, integration, field engineering, test

engineering, robotics, embedded systems, IT/OT, or a related technical role.

• Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networking, power,

wiring, and configuration.

• Working familiarity with Linux, SSH, command-line tools, logs, and basic system

configuration.

• Basic networking knowledge including IP addressing, Ethernet, DHCP, and static IP

configuration.

• Ability to use a multimeter and troubleshoot basic low-voltage DC electrical systems.
• Comfortable physically working on electronics and equipment aboard small vessels.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, network diagrams, technical manuals, and interface

documentation.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems

Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, IT, or similar.

• Experience with USVs, UAS, UGVs, robotics, marine electronics, defense, aerospace,

automotive, or other complex integrated systems.

• Experience with NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, or other embedded Linux systems.
• Familiarity with radar, cameras, GNSS/INS, Starlink, RF communications, CAN,

NMEA 2000, or serial interfaces.

• Experience with ArduPilot, ArduRover, PX4, MAVLink, or Pixhawk.
• Experience with Wireshark or similar troubleshooting tools.
• Experience with field testing, demonstrations, commissioning, or deployed systems.

Travel & Working Conditions

• Up to 50% travel, including customer sites, test ranges, partner locations, and potential

OCONUS travel.

• Early starts, extended days, and occasional weekend work may be required around test

events.

• Must be comfortable working aboard vessels, outdoors, dockside, and in shop/test

environments.

• Must be able to kneel, crouch, climb, access installed equipment, and lift

approximately 25 lbs.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

This role combines office and laboratory work with hands-on vessel integration and outdoor testing.

• Ability to manually lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, and work in confined or awkward spaces while installing, inspecting, and servicing equipment on and around vessels.
• Ability to safely board and move around boats, docks, and uneven or wet surfaces.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in marine environments, including dockside activities and on-water testing.
• Occasional travel and schedule flexibility may be required to support trials and demonstrations.

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

Compensation: Base pay, plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.