Saildrone is a maritime defense company that builds autonomous systems to give decision-makers and warfighters the enduring advantage to outpace adversaries. Backed by Lux.
About the role
Saildrone’s manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, an established European entity supporting regional business development, sales, and operations, and a deployment hub in the Middle East. By combining proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and the most advanced and robust unmanned surface technology on the planet, Saildrone is shaping how the Navy of the future operates. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 10+ years of industry experience designing complex electro-mechanical hardware, composite structures, and mechanisms, with 3+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role
- Proven experience as a Platform Lead or Technical Project Manager guiding complex hardware from prototype design through test, NPI, and full-scale production
- Practical experience interpreting and applying marine regulatory frameworks (e.g., ABS, DNV GL, Bureau Veritas) and collaborating directly with shipyards or contract manufacturers
- Advanced proficiency in CAD modeling, drafting standards, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and multi-configuration BOM management
- Demonstrated hands-on fabrication, assembly, and testing skills for rapid prototype validation and field troubleshooting
More about this role
Saildrone is a maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With more ocean miles and real-world operational experience than any USV manufacturer or operator, Saildrone maintains active, combat-deployed systems supporting national security and force projection around the world, 24/7/365.
Saildrone’s manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, an established European entity supporting regional business development, sales, and operations, and a deployment hub in the Middle East. By combining proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and the most advanced and robust unmanned surface technology on the planet, Saildrone is shaping how the Navy of the future operates. Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation.
Saildrone is seeking a Manager, Mechanical Engineering to join our Hardware Engineering organization while serving as a hands-on Platform Lead. Reporting directly to the VP of Hardware, you will lead the mechanical design team and serve as the...
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