AUV Prototype and Support Technician (Multi Skilled) Contract 6 Months - SouthamptonWe are a marine robotics company developing an innovative Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) system, with a vision of deploying swarms of AUVs to acquire high-quality seabed data from a range of sensors. Applications span defence, commercial, scientific, and environmental sectors, with systems designed to operate in water depths of up to 3,000 metres.We are now seeking an AUV technician to play a critical role in supporting our prototyping, test and integration and field trials. This role could easily suit an ex Royal Navy Engineer / Artificer.THE ROLEThe AUV technician will be responsible for operating, maintaining, testing, and building AUV systems, as well as supporting field trials and early customer projects. You will work closely with the core engineering team to ensure systems are reliable, well-tested, and ready for deployment.Field testing will typically occur several times per month, with the remainder of time spent on assembly, diagnostics, rework, preparation, and support activities.TASKS / DUITES / KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProduction and Assembly Assemble AUV systems, including:Mechanical assemblyPressure vessels and sealing systemsElectrical integration and cablingSupport low-volume, one-off or small-batch productionDocument build procedures and improvements Electronics and Diagnostics Perform advanced electronic diagnostics and fault findingCompetent in the use of laboratory equipme