Data Collector - Maritime Systems

Job Description

Data Collecter - Maritime Systems

About BlackSea Technologies:

At BlackSea Technologies, we are advancing the frontier of maritime autonomy. Our mission is to deliver reliable, scalable, and integrated autonomous capabilities for Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) and maritime systems. We design and implement open-architecture solutions that seamlessly integrate platform control, autonomy frameworks, third-party payloads, and command and control (C2) systems.

Position Overview:

This is a 40-hour-per-week onsite position, with some flexibility required around core hours (occasional early starts or late finishes depending on project needs).

This position is not hands-on or tool-based but requires physical presence in workshop and shop floor settings.

Ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy being immersed in the day-to-day activity of engineering and manufacturing teams.

A motivated and detail-oriented Data Collector to support the development and maintenance of technical documentation for different platforms such as Small Unmanned Surface Vessels (sUSV) and their subsystems, including software, electronics and general support equipment.

This entry-level role is ideal for a candidate eager to contribute in a dynamic, evolving environment, working closely with technicians and engineers to gather accurate and timely information for documentation purposes as directed by the Lead Technical Writer.

The position involves working on the floor in shop environments, observing, recording, and organizing technical activities and processes as they occur. While not a hands-on mechanical or technical role, the position requires prolonged standing.

Adhere to standardized document formats and styles across the BlackSea family of platforms. Serve as a quality control gate for drafted documents, ensuring proper configuration, formatting, and compliance with internal standards before distribution.

Skills and Experience

At least 2 years of experience in data collection or technical writing, or an equivalent combination of education and training (e.g., an associate degree or relevant technical certification).

Strong knowledge of technical documentation practices, including formatting, style guides, version control, and structured authoring.

Experience working with or editing documents such as operations manuals, Product Technical Bulletins (PSBs), or test procedures.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Ability to follow standard templates to collect required information.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong grasp of grammar, clarity, and document consistency.

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, training, production, technician, and program management teams.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong task prioritization and time management skills.

U.S. citizenship required; must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, if necessary.

Experience in technical writing, preferably in a defense, maritime, or engineering-focused environment.

Familiarity with maritime systems or military systems.

Experience documenting military systems or government-contracted platforms (e.g., Navy, DoD).

Experience developing training materials from source technical content.

Ability to work within an Agile or fast-paced prototyping environment.

Familiarity with configuration/data management tools (e.g., PLM, Jira, DOORS)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Overtime

Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

Curtis Bay, MD 21226 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Curtis Bay, MD 21226: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Curtis Bay, MD 21226

Full-time

Hybrid remote