Field Project Specialist

Field Project SpecialistReporting to the Operations Manager, the Field Project Specialist leads the mobilization and operation of positioning equipment aboard survey vessels working offshore in the Gulf of America and other offshore locations worldwide. This person serves as the main point of contact with company management, clients, and vessel personnel, and provides hands-on training to junior team members.Job DutiesMain responsibilities include the following. Other tasks may be added as needed.Communicate clearly and effectively as the survey team leaderShow initiative and leadership in day-to-day dutiesFollow, enforce, and help shape company safety policiesLead the team through mobilization and demobilization of surface and subsea positioning equipmentOperate and calibrate surface positioning software and equipment independentlyOperate and calibrate acoustic positioning systems, such as USBL, independentlyLead operations across multiple vessels at onceLead the team on subsea orientation projectsTrain junior staff in surface navigation and acoustic measurement, right on the jobKeep accurate survey notes and confirm geodetic dataTake on other project-related duties as assignedBackground & ExperienceMilitary experience in navigation, sonar, acoustics, or a related technical field is a strong plusAt least one year of field experience as an acoustic survey specialist or in a similar survey roleProven ability to lead a team and train junior staff in the fieldComfortable operating and calibrating acoustic positioning systems (like USBL) and underwater gyro equipmentExperience with sonar systems, inertial navigation systems, and precision depth measurementFamiliarity with long baseline (LBL) positioning and metrologySolid understanding of survey note keeping and geodesy fundamentalsComfortable serving as a point of contact with company management, clients, and vessel personnelWorking ConditionsWork takes place aboard survey vessels offshore, often for extended stretches at sea, in the Gulf of America and other offshore locations worldwideSome assignments involve rotating shifts, tight quarters, and a range of weather conditionsPhysically demanding work, including long periods on your feet and handling survey equipmentSafety gear required, including hearing, eye, and head protectionFrequent travel, including offshore trips that may run for days or weeks at a time, with occasional international travelOther Qualities We ValueNatural leader who can guide a team through complex, multi-vessel operationsStrong communicator who builds trust with clients, management, and crew alikePatient, effective teacher who's comfortable training others on the jobDependable and detail-oriented in note keeping and equipment operationSelf-starter who takes safety and procedure seriously