or apply directly on Saildrone's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 87 days Saildrone's roles stay open a median of 87 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Saildrone's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Saildrone
- high 26 stale, 4 reposted of 26 open
- Hiring momentum
- 33 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Saildrone's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Saildrone.
About this role
As a Vehicle Assembly and Service Technician at Saildrone, you will lead the assembly and servicing of unmanned surface vehicles, ensuring they are mission-ready. Your role involves hands-on technical work, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment in challenging environments, as well as training and mentoring team members and clients. You will also travel extensively to deploy and recover vehicles, acting as a representative of Saildrone in various operational settings.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Saildrone as an employer.
What you need
- 5 or more years of experience in a technical service role in a field, shipyard, or heavy industrial environment
- Ability to lead and work in teams, including third-party contractors
- Strong organizational habits and a willingness to improve safety and work standards
- U.S. Person Status and eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance
- Willingness to support 75% domestic and international travel
- Desire to provide industry-defining customer service
Nice to have
- Prior experience in planning and leading complex operations for a global OEM
- Experience in a fast-paced, start-up environment
- Ability to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical systems in a marine environment
- Personal or professional experience on or near water
- Experience with heavy equipment loading and operation
What you get
- Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants
- Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) plan
- Investment in Your Growth: Professional development reimbursement
- Relocation Support: Assistance for eligible roles
Worth weighing
- 75% travel requirement may not suit all candidates
- Role involves working in extreme weather conditions and physically demanding environments
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond the location being remote
- Base salary range provided, but actual compensation may vary based on skills and experience
Summarised from Saildrone's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Saildrone on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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