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# Hydrographic Data Processing Specialist (Autonomous Vehicle)

- **Company:** Ocean Aero Inc
- **Location:** Olive Branch, MS, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Applications, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Windows PowerShell, SAS (Software), SQL Databases, Technical Data Management Systems, Data Processing, GNSS
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/d0e14de4-b171-421d-b601-d0b996c943da/hydrographic-data-processing-specialist-autonomous-vehicle

## About the Role

* Demonstrated practical experience processing and quality controlling hydrographic survey data.
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 * Working knowledge of hydrographic survey principles including positioning, geodesy, bathymetry, sonar, sound velocity, tides/water levels, vertical and horizontal datums, sensor offsets, calibration, and uncertainty.
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 * Experience with hydrographic processing software such as CARIS HIPS & SIPS, QPS Qimera, HYPACK/HYSWEEP, or equivalent.
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 * Ability to recognize abnormal, incomplete, or inconsistent hydrographic and technical data; investigate discrepancies; and document corrective actions.
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 * Ability to establish and follow repeatable, traceable data-processing and QA/QC workflows.
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 * Experience processing, organizing, validating, and managing large technical, geospatial, navigation, sensor, or operational datasets.
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 * Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
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 * Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and ownership of data quality and deliverable accuracy.
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 * Ability to prioritize time-sensitive operational and customer requirements and manage multiple datasets and priorities simultaneously.
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 * Ability to communicate effectively with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, customers, and leadership and to work independently within cross-functional teams.
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 * Professional judgment when handling proprietary, sensitive, controlled, or export-controlled information.
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 * US Citizenship required.
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 * Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance and US Passport.
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 * Possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or successfully pass the requirements to obtain one.
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 * Possess and maintain a valid driver license and personal vehicle insurance.
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 * Ability to pass drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle screening.
\n, * Bachelor's degree in hydrography, geomatics, marine science, ocean technology, geographic information systems (GIS), engineering, or a related technical discipline.
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 * Experience with autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), AUSVs, or other autonomous maritime systems.
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 * Experience with multibeam echosounder (MBES), side-scan sonar (SSS), synthetic aperture sonar (SAS), GNSS, INS, DVL, SVP/CTD, or other maritime navigation and survey sensors.
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 * Experience evaluating total propagated uncertainty (TPU), survey coverage, sensor offsets, time synchronization, coordinate reference systems, and vertical datums.
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 * Experience with GIS or geospatial applications and hydrographic deliverable generation.
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 * Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, SQL, PowerShell, or similar scripting/data-processing tools.
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 * Experience in the maritime, defense, aerospace, robotics, unmanned systems, or autonomous vehicle industry.
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 * Experience supporting government or Department of Defense programs and familiarity with controlled technical information, export-controlled information, or CUI handling requirements.
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