The role of Senior Surveyor is responsible for acquiring and processing accurate positioning data (vessel & sensors) and assisting in managing and carrying out required tasks in the field for survey projects, as requested by the project manager, party chief, and / or client representative in accordance with safe work procedures. This position is responsible for assuring the client's needs are effectively met regarding the offshore survey activities in adherence to project and company procedures.

The main duties of this role include but not limited to;

• Comply with Company safety rules and training, conducting operations safely and reporting any unsafe conditions or practices immediately
• Responsible for the care and safety of Company equipment
• Manages and carries out specific job tasks as requested by Party Chief
• Attends all daily Job Safety Analysis / Tool-Box Talks
• Coordinates and communicates with crew members and Project Managers

Skills & Experience;

• Must have basic knowledge of computer skills, major survey equipment manufacturer’s online software packages and equipment
• Must be proficient with a variety of the field concepts, practices, procedures and equipment operations such as GPS, Navigation Software, USBL and scanning sonar
• Monitor data quality from all online survey systems    
• Able to operate online systems
• The ability to demonstrate an understanding of system calibrations and the effect of calibration on data quality
• Manage data, including online logging and records
• The ability to process survey data
• Able to interpret tides and water column parameters
• Operation of positioning systems         
• The ability to understand and assist in calibrations
• Able to interpret datums, projections and conventional land survey techniques
• Good IT literacy

Qualifications;

• Qualification in an appropriate survey related subject
• Minimum level HNC/HND or appropriate technical/military experience and qualifications
• Industry required offshore certification
• Passport 

Apply here: Sulmara Subsea | Recruitment Portal | Senior Offshore Surveyors (US) (crewsmart.co.uk)

The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for the Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Postdoctoral position. The title/rank will be contingent upon the selected candidate's skills and experience in their area of expertise.

A Postdoctoral Associate / Senior Postdoctoral Associate is needed to conduct research collecting ship-based high-resolution bathymetry and acoustic backscatter data in Long Island Sound using a new multibeam echosounder in support of benthic habitat and sediment transport studies. The selected candidate will perform data analysis, write proposals for external support, and prepare manuscripts for publication in appropriate specialized journals.

Postdoctoral Associate
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):  
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in hand by June 1, 2022.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in marine sciences, earth science, ocean engineering or a related field in hand by June 1, 2022. Familiarity with the multibeam bathymetry echosounding technique. Seagoing experience. Familiarity with GIS, CARIS, QPS, MatLab, Python, and/or similar software used in processing, analyzing or displaying multibeam data. Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux systems, Office applications, and statistical software.

Brief Description of Duties: The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences under the supervision of Principal Investigator, Dr. Roger Flood. The selected candidate will assist with the installation and calibration of a multibeam system, participate in at-sea data collection, process survey results and integrate results with existing data sets for the creation of reports and publications.

Postdoctoral Associate duties will include:              

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, prepare for and participate in shipboard acquisition of multibeam bathymetry or other datasets which may require living and working on board ship for about 20 overnight days annually. 
• Conduct data analysis and create data products and publications from multibeam bathymetry or other datasets collected by this project.
• Work with existing data products, archiving maps and data sets.
• Other duties as assigned.                

Senior Postdoctoral Associate
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):  
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in hand by June 1, 2022. Three (3) years of full-time related research experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in marine sciences, earth science, ocean engineering or a related field in hand by June 1, 2022. Familiarity with the multibeam bathymetry echosounding technique. Seagoing experience. Familiarity with GIS, CARIS, QPS, MatLab, Python, and/or similar software used in processing, analyzing or displaying multibeam data. Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux systems, Office applications, and statistical software.

Brief Description of Duties (Senior Postdoctoral Associate):  
The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences under the supervision of Principal Investigator, Dr. Roger Flood, working on highly complex, and technically broad challenges and problems such as the identification and characterization of benthic habitats, demonstrating and understanding the long-term consequences of nearshore sediment transport processes, and linkages between geophysical data and contaminated sediments. The selected candidate will be responsible for the installation and calibration of a multibeam system, and will participate in at-sea data collection and data reduction, will conduct data analysis, and be responsible for creating data project results, reports, and publications. The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will have primary responsibility for some of the shipboard data collection, and will also be responsible for the supervision of graduate students.

Senior Postdoctoral Associate duties will include:

• Prepare for and participate in shipboard acquisition of multibeam bathymetry or other datasets which may require living and working on board ship for about 20 overnight days annually.
• Conduct data analysis and create data products from multibeam bathymetry or other datasets collected by this project, which will require synthesizing findings with existing data products, archiving maps and data sets.
• Write manuscripts for publication in appropriate specialized journals. 
• Write proposals for external support.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Visit The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to learn more about our postdoctoral community. 

Evening and weekend work will be required at times.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.

If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com​.

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

The Role: HYPACK seeks an outstanding intermediate-level Customer Support Technician to resolve customer technical support issues and provide remote training for all HYPACK software products and related hydrographic survey equipment.  The successful candidate must work collaboratively across all HYPACK departments to deliver world-class service to every customer’s inquiries.  This is the ideal position for any early-to-mid career hydrographer seeking a challenging and fast-paced technical position!

HYPACK, a Xylem brand, develops Windows-based software for the hydrographic and dredging industries. HYPACK was founded in 1984 as a small hydrographic consultancy.  Today, HYPACK is one of the most widely used hydrographic surveying packages in the world, with more than 10,000 users. HYPACK provides surveyors and dredgers with all the tools needed to design, collect, process, analyze, and generate final products in ocean, coastal, and inland waters.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

• Answer telephone, direct calls and create support tickets
• Responds to customer telephone or email inquiries for technical support about HYPACK software and related hydrographic surveying equipment;
• Troubleshoots and resolves customer support inquiries;
• Documents customer cases, product complaints, and software issues;
• Regularly writes knowledge articles to be shared with the customer base through newsletter or other company social media.
• Periodically provide after-hours support, as required.
• Other duties as assigned
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. 2- or 4-years of college preferred.
• Evidence of career training progression through industry or government short courses or academic certificate programs in hydrography and/or dredging.
• A minimum of 4 years industry or government experience in hydrographic surveying.
• Work history to include a minimum of 2 years’ current experience using HYPACK software.
• Must possess a current passport and valid driver’s license; must maintain a good driving record.
• Strong communications skills; the abilities to ask questions, think critically, and actively seek guidance from others are essential.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, especially tact and patience; must be a team player.
• Must show attention to detail and dedication to excellent customer outcomes.
• Must show a willingness to learn, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities.
• Must be able to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers
• Regularly required to walk, sit, or stand; and drive a vehicle for extended periods
• Occasionally lift and or move up to 25 lbs.
• Vision or corrected vision for close, distance and peripheral vision
• Travel up to 25%

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Standard work week: 40 hours
• Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
• Field (at customer sites): Occasional exposer to hazards that require knowledge and use of general PPE such as safety shoes, life jackets, hardhats, and hearing protection.  Noise levels in the work environment are usually moderate but may occasionally be excessive.  Job sites could be in marine, construction, or other industrial settings (such as aboard dredges or survey vessels).

To apply for this position, visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/careers/xylem/job/ojN6gfwc?__jvst=Employee&__jvsd=s5aM6iwU&__jvsc=Url&bid=nLkV2Xwu

Location:                   Long Beach, CA; Project Sites

Department:            Marine Construction

Reports to:               PM of Marine Construction (Dredging)       

Schedule:                  Full time; May involve some travel for extended stays outside of home port.

The Field Engineer (Survey) is responsible for all aspects of Survey within our marine construction projects including providing technical/operational expertise to the Operations Team. This includes the collecting, processing and reporting of all surveys to both the operations team and the Admin team.  In addition, the Field Engineer (Survey) generates and reviews project survey requirements from completion to final approval. The Field Engineer is also responsible assisting the Project Manager in establishing, maintaining and performing all duties required to provide administrative support for dredging project jobsites.

RESPONSIBILITIES/GOALS:          

• Lead survey team and Manage Survey Assets (Boat, Trailer, Sonar, etc.)
• Develop project plan with project management
• Capture and Utilize survey data to advise/plan daily dredge plan
• Act as the lead contact for our clients on all survey matters
• Collect and interpret data to aid both the current project and provide the bid team with production data to use as part of the bidding process

SKILLS, APTITUDES, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Mental Aptitudes Required:

• Experience in identifying and anticipating design/production work sequence conflicts required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, possess an ability to monitor progress to schedule and adhere to strict deadlines required
• Willingness and ability to spend time onboard the vessel going up and down staircases and vertical ladders required
• Innovative Thinking – ability to look beyond the standard solutions
• Integrity – demonstrated commitment to ethical principles and guidelines
• Efficiency – ability to multi-task and work efficiently in an environment with many interruptions

• Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic
• Ability to effectively manage projects that vary in nature and scope
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation skills both verbal and written
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers
• Confidence to initiate correspondence with crewmembers and staff
• Must be able to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over the telephone
• Work outside as well as inside in an office environment.
• Must comply with all work rules, including those that pertain to safety and health

Physical Aptitudes Required:

• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Must be comfortable entering tanks and other confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work when exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels, and potentially hazardous equipment

TESTS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 1+ years experience in Survey, ideally hydrographic
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office desktop programs, especially MS Excel
• Familiar with AutoCAD, Hypack and/or other Survey software
• Familiar with RMS 3.0 desirable
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera P6 desirable
• OSHA 30-Hour certification desirable
• Ability to operate small marine vessels preferred
• USACE CQC certification desirable

To apply for this position, visit: https://curtinmaritime.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=80

About Us

Saildrone designs and manufactures wind and solar powered autonomous surface vehicles called Saildrones, which make cost-effective ocean data collection possible at scale. We are working with governments, civic agencies, foundations, universities, and private companies around the globe to drive better information about our oceans and seas - be it in mapping out the ocean floor, collecting new CO2 data in hard-to-reach areas, counting biomass to establish fishing quotas, or detecting and stopping illegal fishing and trafficking. We believe that better inputs in planetary models in turn yield better outputs and that the new insights gained in weather forecasting, carbon cycling, global fishing and climate change will have tremendous impact on humanity. We are based in Alameda, CA and are backed by Social Capital, The Capricorn Investment Group, Lux Capital, and The Schmidt Family Foundation.

This is an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing team at the cutting-edge intersection of big data services and autonomous hardware. You will be an integral part of a high-performing multi-disciplinary delivering high impact for humanity and future generations.

Job Description

 Saildrone is seeking an experienced, certified hydrographer responsible for the management of all tasks for the assigned survey(s). Supervises all team members in the performance of their duties including data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/report. Lead Hydrographer is the final certifying signature that the survey has been completed according to the specifications set out in the contract.

 

Role Responsibilities

 As a Lead Hydrographer - Ocean, your primary responsibilities will include direct oversight of bathymetric surveys, including survey line planning, mission preparation, mission execution, training of survey watchstanders, and successful completion of surveys. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

 

• Coordinating and directing contracted survey watchstanders in their roles and responsibilities.
• Communicating with customers and applicable Saildrone personnel regarding the status of the survey, troubleshooting and resolving issues to ensure schedules are maintained.
• Providing daily survey updates in the Saildrone Mission Log for the team and customers  
• Serving as a member of a collaborative team for development and testing of new vehicles, sensors and procedures
• Working with Bathymetry Technical Program Manager, Bathymetry Operations Manager and Bathymetry Data Manager to ensure mission success
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

 

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• 5 or more years experience leading hydrographic/bathymetric survey teams as lead surveyor
• 5 or more years of experience processing bathymetric/hydrographic data with Qimera or CARIS
• Familiarity with Kongsberg multibeam systems and Seafloor Information System
• Familiarity with acquisition software such as HYPACK or Qinsy
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly detailed/organized
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures
• Interest and passion for new technology applications for ocean mapping

 

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Category A Hydrographer Certification
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor or Engineer
• Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations

Location: This position is remote friendly. Only candidates with proper permits to work in the United States can be considered.  

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Active sailing classes: become a certified skipper on boats up to 35ft!  (once COVID safety allows)
• Short and relaxing ferry ride from the Ferry Building for SF residents
• Enhanced paternity / maternity programs
• Competitive benefits including excellent medical, discounted gym, life insurance, 401k plan

To apply for the position, please visit: https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/saildrone/jobs/lead-surveyor-ocean-d_EV1omfLpkyKIYYkQvp7Z?ref=rss&sid=68

About Us

Saildrone designs and manufactures wind and solar powered autonomous surface vehicles called Saildrones, which make cost-effective ocean data collection possible at scale. We are working with governments, civic agencies, foundations, universities, and private companies around the globe to drive better information about our oceans and seas - be it in mapping out the ocean floor, collecting new CO2 data in hard-to-reach areas, counting biomass to establish fishing quotas, or detecting and stopping illegal fishing and trafficking. We believe that better inputs in planetary models in turn yield better outputs and that the new insights gained in weather forecasting, carbon cycling, global fishing and climate change will have tremendous impact on humanity. We are based in Alameda, CA and are backed by Social Capital, The Capricorn Investment Group, Lux Capital, and The Schmidt Family Foundation.

This is an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing team at the cutting-edge intersection of big data services and autonomous hardware. You will be an integral part of a high-performing multi-disciplinary delivering high impact for humanity and future generations.

Job Description 

Saildrone is seeking an experienced, certified hydrographer to oversee all ocean mapping and coastal hydrographic surveys from mission planning through execution and product delivery. You will be part of a talented, collaborative team at the forefront of ocean mapping using uncrewed surface vehicles..

 

Role Responsibilities

As a Bathymetry Operations Manager your primary responsibilities will include direct oversight of bathymetric and hydrographic survey operations, including mission cost estimation, mission planning, resource allocation, training and management of lead surveyors, and delivery of final products. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

 

• Coordinating and directing multiple field operations through all phases of survey execution.
• Communicating with customers and applicable Saildrone personnel regarding status of operations, assisting with troubleshooting, and resolving issues to ensure schedule and budget are maintained.
• Providing detailed mission planning to include time, cost and resource requirements  
• Hiring, training, and scheduling in-house and contract surveyors to meet mission  
• Serving as a member of a collaborative team for development and testing of new vehicles, sensors and procedures
• Working with Bathymetry Technical Program Manager and Bathymetry Data Manager to ensure mission success
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

 

Required Skills

• 10 or more years experience leading hydrographic/bathymetric survey teams as lead surveyor or project manager
• Demonstrated ability directing and overseeing offshore survey operations
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly detailed/organized
• Interest and passion for new technology applications for ocean mapping

 

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Category A Hydrographer Certification
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor or Engineer
• Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations

Location: This position is remote friendly. Only candidates with proper permits to work in the United States can be considered. 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Active sailing classes: become a certified skipper on boats up to 35ft!  (once COVID safety allows)
• Short and relaxing ferry ride from the Ferry Building for SF residents
• Enhanced paternity / maternity programs
• Competitive benefits including excellent medical, discounted gym, life insurance, 401k plan

To apply for the position, visit: https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/saildrone/jobs/bathymetry-operations-manager-deUXw-wIHa4PQu7CWUgJ8A?ref=rss&sid=68

This opportunity will prepare a new graduate who has a relevant Bachelors or Masters degree in a survey related subject preferably in Hydrography, Marine Technology, Geomatics, or Geophysics to start their career in offshore Survey within the Energy sector.

The successful candidate will be predominately supporting our Geophysical Operations team and projects for our Americas clients as well as global prospects associated with other regions should they be able to travel internationally.

The role of Graduate Offshore Surveyor is responsible for acquiring the skills and experience to become a Survey Technician and is responsible for ensuring all equipment received to the vessel is configured correctly and all integration work carried out onboard is conducted safely and meets contractual and quality requirements. Following all instructions from the onboard supervisor.

The main responsibilities are;

• Complies with company safety rules and training, conducts operations safely and reports any unsafe conditions or practices immediately to his/her supervisor
• Responsible for the care and safety of company equipment
• Manages and carries out specific job tasks as requested by party chief
• Trains and adheres to Sulmara or client company’s specific requirements
• Attends all daily Job Safety Analysis / Tool-Box Talks

Skills;

• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Basic knowledge with a variety of the field concepts, survey practices, survey procedures
• Basic knowledge of online systems      
• The ability to demonstrate an understanding of system calibrations and the effect of calibration on data quality
• Manage data, including online logging and records     
• The ability to understand and assist in calibrations
• Able to interpret datums, projections and conventional land survey techniques

Qualifications & Experience;

• Preferred academic qualification in an appropriate survey related subject
• Good standard of IT literacy/Team player/Good communication skills
• Must have or be able to obtain all industry required certificates to work offshore
• Must be able to obtain a valid passport and/or visas to travel internationally in countries the company operates in

To apply for the position, please visit: https://sulmara.crewsmart.co.uk/recruitment.cfm?ref=6B2CB4A4E5F58568F414E9FD39A8436D 

Company Description

Since 1975, GBA has provided consulting engineering and surveying services from concept to completion for dredging of port development, land reclamation and coastal engineering projects. With offices located on the major estuaries of the east, west and gulf coasts, GBA is the largest firm in the US specializing in dredging engineering, hydrographic surveys, and subsurface investigations. Our recent teaming with ST Hudson Engineering has expanded the Team’s capabilities to include other engineering and surveying services.                                    

Job Description

The incumbent shall serve as Lead Hydrographic Survey Technician for a detached hydrographic/topographic survey crew with minimal supervision. Hydrographic surveys shall be conducted from vessels up to 40 feet in length. Data collection shall include single beam/multi-beam data collection, side scan sonar data collection, towed arrays including magnetometer and sub-bottom devices.           

Required Skills and Experience

• This is not an entry level position.
• SAFETY is paramount in all aspects of GBA’s work environment.  
• Skills required include, but are not limited to the following:
• Demonstrated knowledge of all inland and nearshore hydrographic surveying procedures and data processing techniques to meet or exceed the Hydrographic Standards as referenced within the Corps of Engineers Hydrographic Survey Manual. 
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate clear communication skills.  
• Ability to collect and process topographic data as referenced to hydrographic applications.  
• Extensive experience in both single beam and multi-beam hydrographic data collection and processing. Ability to perform all functions for single beam and multi-beam surveys from field to finish.  
• Experience with hydrographic surveys in support of dredging projects
• Extensive experience with utilizing industry standard hydrographic data collection and post processing software, such as: HYPACK/HYSWEEP/QUINCY/CHESAPEAKE/SONARWIZ/ ETC.   
• Demonstrated experience utilizing industry standard hydrographic data collection equipment, such as Real-Time Kinematic GPS, single beam echo sounders, multibeam data collection systems, MRUs (including all peripheral devices associated with hydrographic data collection systems). 
• Collection and post processing of Side Scan Sonar data. 
• Collection of Magnetometer data.
• Familiarity with collection of geophysical data using towed arrays.
• Functional knowledge of survey industry standards 
• Demonstrated experience providing CAD products 
• Salary shall be commensurate with skills, knowledge and demonstrated experience, augmented by professional licensure and/or certification. 
• Extensive overnight travel and a flexible schedule are required. A valid state driver’s license is mandatory.

To Apply

Send resumes to samainhart@gba-inc.com or apply online at www.gba-inc.com 

Prairie Engineers is a growing company, looking to add a Hydrographic Surveyor or Hydrographer to assist with the firm’s surveying projects at locations nationwide.  This position includes both field and office assignments and will require extensive travel to locations throughout the U.S. with occasional international travel possible.  

This isn’t an easy position; we work long days in sometimes harsh conditions and remote locations.  But if you are looking for a challenge, if you enjoy being a part of a capable and contributing team, and if you enjoy developing solutions to get the job done well, we may be the right fit for you!  You must be able and willing to be a highly responsible, capable, and contributing member of our team, able to utilize technology and think on your feet.

This position will be a full‐time position with paid travel expenses and a per diem allowance for meals, generous benefits and a competitive salary based on qualifications.  This position is available to be filled in our Hazelwood, Missouri or Vicksburg, Mississippi offices. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to travel, often on short notice, and work safely in various locations and all types of weather conditions
• Safe operation of small motor vessels in a variety of inland lakes and river environments and occasionally in near‐ coastal waters
• Ability to lead and perform hydrographic surveys using HYPACK software and single‐ beam, multibeam, side‐scan sonar, sub‐ bottom profiler, magnetometer, and other state‐of‐the‐art sensors and methods along with GPS positioning, LiDAR, and various Inertial Motion Sensors.
• Perform and check office surveys including reduction of hydrographic surveys using HYPACK and other software, performing least squared and compass rule computations, and volume and area calculations

Minimum Qualifications: 

Experience:  4+ years performing hydrographic surveys or 4 years as a surveyor with a strong desire to expand expertise as demonstrated by the willingness to take hydrographic survey coursework outside of working hours

Travel:  Willingness to travel within the United States to meet project requirements

Communication:  Good verbal and written skills Safety:  A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Teamwork:  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Service oriented:  Maintain focus on project delivery and client service with attention to detail and meeting deadlines

Ideals:  Professional, positive attitude with a strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Hydrography, or a related science field

Certification:  NSPS/THSOA Certification as a Hydrographer or Certified Survey Technician

Licensure:  Professional Surveyor or Surveyor Intern

More experience:  Field control, topographic, and boundary surveys

Potential candidates for this position should fill out an application at www.prairieengineers.com and contact Prairie Engineers via e‐mail at jobs@prairieengineers.com.

The Company

MIND Technology, Inc. provides technology and solutions in maritime defense and security, marine exploration and marine survey markets. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, MIND Technology is a NASDAQ listed company with a global presence and key operating locations in the United States, Singapore, Malaysia and the United Kingdom. Its Klein and Seamap units design, manufacture and sell specialized, high performance sonar and seismic exploration equipment.

The Role

Reporting to the Vice President and Chief Business Development Officer and based in the Washington DC area, the Director of US Navy Business Development will be responsible for directly contributing to MIND Technology’s annual revenue target growth and expansion into new customer and technology segments.

MIND Technology is expanding its market and customer presence by delivering leading-edge technologies and innovative applications of existing technologies to navy customers in the US and internationally. The Director, US Navy Business Development will be directly involved in creating customer engagement and opportunity capture strategies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Director, US Navy Business Development is responsible for developing and achieving the growth targets for the development and capture of new navy business.
• This position will work closely with MIND Technology senior executives to develop and support the company’s strategic direction, define and align rules of customer engagement, identify and leverage synergistic opportunities across the business and ensure growth objectives are achieved.
• Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Capture new business opportunities with US Navy and related agencies
• Capture new business opportunities with US prime systems integrators and select international companies pursuing US Navy business
• Develop US Navy business opportunity pipeline, and establish and deliver US Navy business financial growth plans and revenue forecasts
• Develop and deliver SBIR/STTR opportunities and other customer funded R&D opportunities
• Develop and maintain key customer and partner relationships with US Navy and prime systems integrators (e.g., Lockheed Martin, Huntington Ingalls, L3Harris) 
• Identify product enhancements, new product ideas and applications based on customer needs and market trends
• Create, maintain, and coordinate an industry competitive assessment related to US Navy and related maritime markets
• Lead presentation of opportunity specific bid/no-bid reviews and proposal preparation.
• Assist the company in support of marketing and sales opportunities such as trade shows, conferences, and event planning as directed Required

Capabilities/Experience:

• 10 plus years of direct related business development experience in the U.S. Navy/defense industry and a thorough understanding of new business capture process, methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated understanding of DoD/Navy acquisition processes
• Demonstrated experience delivering individual new business opportunities/wins of $5M+ in value
• Proven ability to influence and effectively shape customer requirements.
• Demonstrated success developing and delivering short and long-term order intake plans
• Thorough understanding of NAVSEA Acquisition Program Management offices and relevant Navy Warfare Laboratories (NSWC, NUWC)
• Eligibility to obtain a US security clearance and access government facilities.
• Experience capturing foreign military sales opportunities
• Understanding of export license requirements and processes (EAR, ITAR)
• Knowledge of other US maritime related agencies such as US Coast Guard and NOAA is a plus
• Program Management experience is a plus

Please forward your resume to: Kleinemployment@MIND-Technology.com