ANCHOR INNOVATION

Description:Small Unmanned Surface Vessel (sUSV) Fleet Integration Team (FIT)

Accepting Applications for Future Opportunities

Locations

San Diego, CA

Clearance

Active Secret Clearance Required

Travel

Limited CONUS travel in support of fleet operations, testing, training, waterfront support, and systems integration.

About This Opportunity

Anchor Innovation maintains an active candidate pool for future opportunities supporting the U.S. Navy's Small Unmanned Surface Vessel (sUSV) Fleet Integration Team (FIT) in San Diego, California.

The Fleet Integration Team (FIT) serves as the bridge between Navy program offices, operational commands, and industry partners, enabling the successful fielding, sustainment, training, and operational employment of Small Unmanned Surface Vessel (sUSV) capabilities. Our team works directly with fleet operators to transition emerging technologies into day-to-day operational use while building long-term fleet self-sufficiency.

Qualified applicants may be considered for future opportunities supporting fleet integration, operator training, maintenance, sustainment, technical support, systems integration, operational testing, and waterfront operations.

This candidate pool supports anticipated contract growth, personnel transitions, surge requirements, future contract awards, and expanding support across the Navy's unmanned maritime enterprise.

Typical Functional AreasFleet Training & Readiness

Future opportunities may include:

• Operator Training Specialist
• Local Controller Instructor
• Operator Qualification Programs
• Curriculum Development
• Lesson Plan Development
• Fleet Familiarization
• Over-the-Shoulder Instruction
• Exercise Support
• Technical Mentorship

Maintenance & Sustainment

Future opportunities may include:

• Maritime Maintenance Technician
• Marine Electrician
• Electronics Technician
• Mechanical Maintenance Specialist
• Preventive Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Configuration Management
• Logistics & Readiness Support
• Waterfront Maintenance

Fleet Integration & Systems Support

Future opportunities may include:

• Fleet Integration Team (FIT) Support
• Systems Integration
• Operational Test & Evaluation
• Government Acceptance Events
• Installation Support
• Technical Documentation
• Configuration Verification
• Technical Assessments
• Fleet Experimentation

Mission Systems & Operations

Future opportunities may include:

• Small Unmanned Surface Vessel (sUSV) Operations
• Local Controller (SRC) Operations
• Unmanned Operations Center (UOC) Support
• Communications Systems
• RF Communications
• SATCOM
• Tactical Networking
• Command & Control (C2) Systems
• Mission Planning Systems (e.g. Lattice & Echelon)
• Operational Troubleshooting

Typical Platforms & Technologies Supported

Applicants with experience supporting one or more of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Small Unmanned Surface Vessels (sUSV)
• Local Controller (SRC) Systems
• Unmanned Operations Centers (UOC)
• Mission Planning Software
• RF Communications
• SATCOM
• Tactical IP Networking
• Command & Control (C2) Systems
• Fleet Communications Systems
• Waterfront Test & Evaluation Equipment

Ideal Backgrounds

Qualified applicants may have experience supporting one or more of the following organizations or communities:

• U.S. Navy Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON)
• SURFDEVGRU
• PAE RAS, PMS-406, PMS-420
• NAVSEA
• NIWC
• Government Unmanned Systems Programs
• Defense Industry OEMs supporting unmanned maritime systems

Preferred Qualifications

Dependent on Functional Are supported

• Active Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship
• Experience supporting unmanned maritime systems
• Experience supporting fleet training, maintenance, or sustainment
• Technical troubleshooting experience
• Mechanical, electrical, electronics, or networking experience
• Experience supporting operational test events or fleet experimentation
• Instructor experience or technical training experience
• Familiarity with Navy maintenance and logistics processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working aboard vessels and in waterfront environments
• Ability to work independently while supporting integrated government and contractor teams
• Willingness to travel as customer requirements dictate

Why This Role Matters

The Navy's unmanned maritime capability continues to expand, requiring experienced professionals who can help transition new technologies into operational fleet use.

Anchor Innovation's Fleet Integration Team provides the training, maintenance, sustainment, technical expertise, and waterfront support necessary to increase fleet readiness.

Whether supporting operator qualification, systems integration, maintenance, or mission planning, our professionals work directly alongside the fleet to deliver practical capability where it matters most.

About Anchor Innovation

Anchor Innovation provides fleet integration, training, maintenance, sustainment, and technical support to the Navy's Small Unmanned Surface Vessel community.

Our team works directly with operational commands, program offices, and industry partners to improve readiness, increase operator self-sufficiency, and accelerate the transition of emerging unmanned technologies into operational service.

As our support continues to expand, we're continually looking for talented professionals who want to remain at the forefront of the Navy's unmanned maritime mission.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Anchor Innovation is a VETS First and V3 Certified Company and is proud of our diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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