Quartermaster AI · 1 week ago
Junior Software & Operations Engineer
Coral Springs, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expQuartermaster AI is dedicated to ensuring the ocean is a safe and sustainably managed resource through advanced AI and robotics. They are seeking a highly organized Junior Software & Operations Engineer to act as the on-site representative at a contract manufacturer, overseeing production activities, software configuration, and quality control to maintain production continuity.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Act as Quartermaster’s on-site representative and primary liaison with the contract manufacturer
Monitor daily production activities to ensure builds meet schedule commitments and SLA expectations
Record production status and output in the official Production Tracker / Logbook with accuracy and timeliness
Identify and escalate risks or delays in the production schedule before they impact delivery timelines
Set up our software stack in production systems, conduct factory acceptance testing, and coordinate with the manufacturing team to ensure timely readiness
Remotely provision and configure the tablet with our software stack, then perform integration testing to ensure it is production-ready
Serve as a second layer of defense for product quality by performing QC checks on finished goods
Verify that systems meet Quartermaster’s build requirements, functional standards, and documentation criteria
Document defects, coordinate rework, and ensure corrective actions are executed by the contract manufacturer
Coordinate outgoing shipments of finished goods, replacement units, and parts
Manage the return or shipment of defective components for analysis or replacement
Monitor inventory levels of key components and materials to ensure production readiness
Work closely with Quartermaster’s Global Supply & Logistics Manager to avoid shortages or bottlenecks
Act as a communication bridge between the contract manufacturer and Quartermaster’s internal teams, including supply chain, hardware engineering, and software engineering
Communicate engineering updates, new requirements, or changes in build procedures to the contract manufacturer
Provide structured feedback to internal teams regarding manufacturability issues, recurring defects, or potential product improvements
Qualification
Required
1-2 years of experience in software development related to robotics, electronics, and embedded systems
Over 2 years of experience in Python and shell scripting
Solid experience with Linux, particularly the Ubuntu flavor
Experience with remote access management protocols like SSH and VNC
Good foundational networking skills, including diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues, configuring routers and switches, and troubleshooting common VPN setups
Experience performing quality control or testing of electronics products
Familiarity with production workflows, work orders, and scheduling
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Preferred
Spanish language proficiency
Experience coordinating shipments or working with logistics workflows
Hands-on experience working in a factory, assembly line, or manufacturing operations environment
Ability to work independently on-site while maintaining strong communication with remote internal teams
Knowledge of inventory management practices or ERP systems
Benefits
Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.
Flexible work hours and the option for mainly remote work.
Company
Quartermaster AI
We are a defense technology company using proprietary AI robotics tech to build a sensor constellation to deliver unprecedented insights into global maritime activity.
11-50 employees
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