Ocean Technology Systems

Careers

Thank you for your interest in becoming an OTS Team Member!

We’re an Emmy award winning company who’s led the SCUBA industry for Film & Television, Military, Public Safety and Recreational over the last 36 years and are looking for talented individuals to join our amazing OTS family. For more information click on our available positions linked down below.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Ocean Technology Systems, a world leader in underwater communications, needs an electrical engineering with mechanical engineering talents!

 

Job Summary:

Design, develop, assemble, & test new and existing OTS products to meet customer’s specific needs and requirements for special orders.

 

Primary Duties:

  • Create a cost analysis for proposed special orders and determine lead time for the build or modification
  • Determine whether a customer’s design or functionality request is possible
  • Create and / or provide technical drawings for special orders and fixtures, when requested
  • Determine and source for parts and materials needed for special builds
  • Pot connectors and other components using 2-part epoxies
  • Conformal coat, program, and test, PCBA’s
  • Generate schematics, bill of materials, machine and assembly drawings, labels, artwork, and instructions, when applicable
  • Ensure product quality, reliability, and safety in all aspects of production from engineering to assembly.
  • Ensure all directions in work instruction for the role are adhered to
  • Ensure required documentation is received and reviewed prior to starting any project
  • Provide technical support to other departments and customers
  • Accurately manage, update, and send special order progress report
  • Communicate any delay exceeding the communicated due date to applicable parties
  • Communicate to all interpersonal departments, management, and customers using proper business etiquette in a timely matter
  • Train new / other team members
  • Any other assignments or projects designated by Management
  • Adhere to established KPI’s
  • Maintain clean and organized work station
  • Perform root cause analysis on production and field failures
  • Build & test protypes
  • Provide special order build direction to the Electromechanical Assembler ensuring adherence to requirements and a high level of quality

 

Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of materials including adhesives, potting materials, plastics, and metals is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting of sophisticated systems to include circuit issues, EMC/ESD mitigation.
  • Proven track record providing technical direction, guidance and expertise.
  • Technical design/leadership and management of projects including external contractors, partners and suppliers.
  • Familiarity or some level of programming experience with C and C++.
  • Substantial soldering experience lead-free, through-hole and surface mounted PCBA.
  • Must have analog audio knowledge and the ability to download programs into microprocessors.
  • Must be able to read and understand schematics.
  • Customer service and communication skills.
  • The ability to machine with manual machines, preferred.
  • Must have the ability to troubleshoot at the component level of digital analog circuit boards.
  • Ability to create design documentation and work independently.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft office programs including Outlook and Excel.
  • Draftsight, Autocad, and Syteline experience ideal.
  • Experience building prototypes.
  • Must have excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines and order due dates.
  • Must be able to test, inspect, and troubleshoot electronic circuitries by the use of test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and digital multi-meter.
  • 3D modeling utilizing Solidworks is a plus
  • Must have electronics knowledge and experience.

 

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum of three years as an Electrical Engineer
  • Some mechanical experience preferred
  • Project Management experience helpful

 

Current Schedule: (may change due to work conditions):
Two Schedules to choose from 8/80 or 9/80 with every other Friday off!

Fridays we close at 3pm

This is a full-time position at our location in Santa Ana, CA.  This is not a remote job.

Benefits offered:

Compensation: $85k-$90k depending on experience

  • PTO/Vacation: Employee accrue 5 vacation days (40 hours) through the first year, with an increase beyond the first year + Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
    • Several medical insurance plans for the employee are offered at no cost to the employee.
  • 401k/Profit Sharing eligibility after (1) year of service (1000 hours of service within the first year), two annual entry dates of 4/1 or 10/1
  • Company Bonus Plan

Physical Demands:
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms. The work also requires the following physical abilities: grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, talking, and visual acuity.

Work Environment:
Employees in this position work in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Employees may be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils/solvents, fumes, and odors that may affect the eyes, ears, nose, throat and/or skin.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Undersea Systems International, Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Join us in Santa Ana, CA!

Ocean Technology Systems is a world leader in underwater communications equipment!

Our service department is in need of a dedicated and reliable Service Electronic Technician.

Do you know RF, audio, PCB repair?  The RMA process?

You evaluate and identify issues with equipment sent in for service and repair and restore functionality.

Job Duties:

  • Evaluate equipment sent in for repair and perform a preliminary diagnostic of the issue
  • Notate recommended repairs and associated costs on RMA form
  • Validate diagnosis once repair has been approved and perform necessary repairs to restore functionality
  • Indicate all parts utilized from service inventory on back on RMA form and adjust inventory accordingly
  • Notate all work performed to each line item
  • Reference schematics and test procedures to assist with evaluation and identify individual specifications to restore complete functionality
  • Reference BOM’s in ERP system to identify part numbers
  • Perform cyclical counts of Service Department inventory when requested
  • Maintain inventory levels and submit parts requisitions when necessary for service inventory or customer repairs
  • Perform pressure and functionality testing
  • Disassemble and reassemble products to access failure point and repair
  • Provide troubleshooting assistance to customers and personnel when needed

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Experience working with and assembling hardware systems (mechanical & electrical hardware)
  • Ability to review build of materials and identify part numbers in Syteline. Ability to use excel to record data on spreadsheets.
  • Previous Electronic Technician experience required.
  • Strong electronic knowledge including ohms law and problem-solving ability required.
  • Ability to analyze electronic circuits, read schematics, wiring diagrams, drawings, and troubleshoot at the component level.
  • Must have good time management, communication skills, be team oriented, and the ability to work independently.
  • Ability to analyze electronic circuits, read schematics, and troubleshoot at the component level required.
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt to departmental changes with a positive attitude is necessary.
  • Some familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Excel, helpful.
  • Experience utilizing Syteline is ideal

THIS MAY BE A 30 DAY TEMP TO HIRE POSITION

(You may start with an agency for 30 days, afterwards you will be eligible to be hired directly by Ocean Technology Systems)2 shifts available

9/80:

  • Monday-Thursday: 6:30 am – 4 pm
  • Friday: 6:30 am – 3pm (every other Friday off)

10/80

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30 am – 4pm
  • Friday: 6:30 – 3 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Undersea Systems International, Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Bring your talents to Santa Ana, CA!

Ocean Technology Systems is a world leader in underwater communications equipment.

We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Assembler to join our team!

You will assemble and rework complex mechanical and electrical components, sub-assemblies and full assemblies. 

Job Duties:

    • Assemble small parts manually
    • Ensure that special order requirements and standards are met consistently
    • Solder components to PCBA, cables, and connectors
    • Use hand tools and test equipment safely and effectively
    • Perform wiring, soldering, crimping, and mechanical assembly with precision and accuracy
    • Identify and troubleshoot assembly issues and propose and / or implement corrective actions
    • Use an engraving machine
    • Make every effort to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising quality
    • Work cooperatively with the Specials Electrical Engineer to ensure the correct order specifications are being adhered to
    • Ensure all assemblies meet quality standards and special order deadlines
    • Requisition stocked parts in accordance to the bill of material or Engineer provided parts list
    • Utilize Syteline ERP system to look up inventory and review bill of materials
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
    • Prepare and work with various adhesives and epoxies as part of assembly process
    • Follow safety protocols and adhere to all company policies and core values
    • Maintain a clean and organized work station daily
    • Respond to emails timely

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to assemble small components
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and verbal direction
  • Excellent manual dexterity and precise hand/eye coordination
  • Strong logic, reasoning, and problem-solving abilities

 

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of Electro-mechanical assembly and soldering experience in a Production, Manufacturing, or Engineering environment
  • Familiarity with ESD procedures and protocols
  • Must be able to interpret technical drawings, schematics, work instructions
  • Background in troubleshooting and quality assurance
  • Strong soldering skills (IPC certification a plus)
  • Experience in the Manufacturing of Electronics
  • Experience using a lathe and drill press, a plus
  • Ability to use various hand tools, multimeters, and microscopes
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THIS MAY BE A 30-60 DAY TEMP TO HIRE POSITION DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.

(You may start with an agency, afterwards you will be eligible to be hired directly by Ocean Technology Systems)

2 shifts available

9/80:

  • Monday-Thursday: 6:30 am – 4 pm
  • Friday: 6:30 am – 3pm (every other Friday off!)

10/80

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30 am – 4pm
  • Friday: 6:30 – 3 pm

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Undersea Systems International, Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Are you a SCUBA enthusiast with a proven track record in outside sales?

We are a world leader in underwater communications.

This is an INCREDIBLE opportunity for the right salesperson.  Uncapped commission structure.

Every other Friday off!  Travel the world!

The purpose of this job is to GROW SALES in your assigned territories including existing customers and prospective customers thereby ensuring that Ocean Technology Systems meets our growth targets.

Outside sales! You may be traveling over 50% of the time. Full time position, some weekends as needed.

This territory focuses on domestic business in western United States starting with TX, OK, KS, NE, SD, ND to the west coast including HI, AK and Guam.

Job Duties:

  • Create and implement a sales strategy that aligns personal goals/objectives with company growth goals
  • Answers and handles telephone calls/emails in a professional and timely manner (within 1 business day).
  • Serves as the product expert for OTS products.
  • Hunts for new business and grows territories in accordance with sales goals.
  • Communicate with all current and potential customers on a regular basis, providing solutions as needed, and oversee all sales activity in assigned territory
  • Travel to customer location(s) to present company products, services, and pricing information in a professional manner.
  • Submit appropriate paperwork to management such as expense reports and trip reports in a timely manner
  • Maintain compliance with all established Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Attend weekly sales meetings/conference calls / 1:1 meetings with manager
  • Call on all open quotes monthly and document updates and next steps in appropriate database
  • Maintain a sales pipeline in alignment with close ratio to maintain sales quota.
  • Maintain appropriate records for the development of sales forecasts, territory potential, workload analysis, customer visit/call programs and sales route
  • Collect and report competitive information to management
  • Attend key training activities and exhibit at trade shows relevant to each market.
  • As applicable, manage the order process in a professional manner
  • Recommend products and services that effectively meet customer needs
  • Apply advanced level product knowledge to assist customers as well as OTS support staff when necessary
  • Understand and support established sales policies and procedures to provide proper and efficient service to customers
  • Receive and resolve customer complaints and problems in a timely manner in cooperation with management
  • Assist in training of any salesman/inside sales as requested
  • Adhere to all company procedures, policies and core values ensuring you provide an accurate representation of the company to all potential and current customers.
  • Perform job duties as efficiently as possible, reducing costs and maximizing profits when possible
  • Develop and submit annual travel plan to sales manager including key customer visits, demonstration days, trade shows, seminars, etc.
  • Ensure timely booking of airfare and other travel accommodations in order to receive best possible rates
  • Exercises considerable judgement and discretion in handling sales related inquiries
  • Prepares quotes, contracts and RFP/RFI responses for clients and prospects with accurate OTS product configurations
  • Composes, types, and distributes professional correspondence and memoranda, e-mails, and faxes using individual initiative and as assigned in a timely manner
  • Maintains accurate records in Syteline and other relevant databases
  • Proactively establishes, and maintains highly organized filing system; files correspondence and other records
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Must be willing to travel extensively (50%-70% of the time)
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects independently while working in a remote capacity
  • Autonomous: Self-motivated, Self-Starter
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite
  • Keystrokes a minimum of 50 wpm.
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
  • Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
  • Acute attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
  •  

Current schedule:

Every other Friday off!

9/80:

  • Monday-Thursday: 6:30 am – 4 pm
  • Friday: 6:30 am – 3pm (every other Friday off)

Physical Demands

  • Extensive travel
  • Stand
  • Walk
  • Sit
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Climb or balance
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch
  • Squatting
  • Talk or hear
  • Lift up boxes Up to 40 pounds
  • Pushing loaded carts
  • Climbing ladders and step ladders
  • Walking up the stairs

Benefits offered:

Compensation: $90k – $140k per year

  • PTO/Vacation: Employee accrue 5 vacation days (40 hours) through the first year, with an increase beyond the first year + Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
    • Several medical insurance plans for the employee are offered at no cost to the employee.
  • 401k/Profit Sharing eligibility after (1) year of service (1000 hours of service within the first year), two annual entry dates of 4/1 or 10/1
  • Company Bonus Plan

Work Environment:
Employees in this position work in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Employees may be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils/solvents, fumes, and odors that may affect the eyes, ears, nose, throat and/or skin.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Undersea Systems International, Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We are a world leader in underwater communications.

Come join our team in Santa Ana, CA!

The purpose of this job is to provide software solutions nto support product development ensuring the department is equipped to handle future software related tasks by identifying needed hardware, instrumentation or investigation of current solutions and keeping abreast with the latest industry innovations.  

Every other Friday off!  

Job Duties:

Software:

  1. Programming to support embedded processors such as PIC and DSP microcontrollers.
  2. Develop and direct software system testing or validation procedures.
  3. Direct software programming and development of procedures and documentation.
  4. Analyze information to determine recommendation and plan installation of a system or modification of an existing system.
  5. Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.

Programming:

  1. Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs as necessary to support product development.
  2. Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
  3. Develop or direct software system testing and validation procedures.
  4. Conducts trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
  5. Perform revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or to adapt to new requirements.
  •  

Knowledge and Abilities

Fundamental knowledge includes: programming knowledge in Visual Basic, Assembly, Java, C and C++, knowledge in PIC, DSP, and Microprocessor technology, and tools, test equipment, necessary to interface, connect, test software instructions on hardware, read and understand electrical schematics, and component sourcing.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 0 – 3 years in software development particularly in embedded software environment. Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with emphasis and course studies in embedded software development, circuit design, and protocol interface such as I2C.

Physical Demands

  • While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit in front of a computer, use of keyboard and mouse, stand, and walk. The work also requires the following physical abilities: grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, talking, and visual acuity.

Benefits offered:

Compensation: $95k – $110k per year

  • PTO/Vacation: Employee accrue 5 vacation days (40 hours) through the first year, with an increase beyond the first year + Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
    • Several medical insurance plans for the employee are offered at no cost to the employee.
  • 401k/Profit Sharing eligibility after (1) year of service (1000 hours of service within the first year), two annual entry dates of 4/1 or 10/1
  • Company Bonus Plan

Work Environment:
Employees in this position work in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Employees may be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils/solvents, fumes, and odors that may affect the eyes, ears, nose, throat and/or skin.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Undersea Systems International, Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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