Boat Pilot & Operations Associate

Full-Time

Alameda, CA

About Us:

At Navier, we are building America’s next generation maritime company. Our mission is to make waterways as accessible as our highways and to build the most compelling, zero Emission marine vessels that enable a new era of clean waterborne transportation. We recently launched the N30 America's first and the world’s longest range electric hydrofoiling boat. The N30 is 10x more efficient than traditional gas powered vessels, transforming how we move goods and people on the water and unlocking a new form of scalable transportation for the 46% of the world’s population living in coastal cities.

We’re a fast moving, close knit team backed by some of the most prominent tech leaders and venture firms in Silicon Valley. Our founders and leaders are MIT, Berkeley, and CMU alumni with deep expertise in aerospace, autonomy, robotics, and maritime systems. Join us as we shape the future of marine transportation.

Job Description:

Navier is looking for a motivated, hands-on Boat Pilot & Operations Associate to support our growing field operations. This is a unique, high-impact role for someone early in their career who is passionate about boating, comfortable with travel, and excited to be part of a company building the future of clean maritime mobility.

You will pilot Navier’s N30 boat during customer demos, sea trials, and events, ensuring smooth operation in real-world scenarios. You will also support basic technical troubleshooting and on-the-go maintenance. When not on the water, you’ll assist with day-to-day operational tasks at our Alameda headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and pilot the N30 for customer demos, activations, internal testing, and events in a professional and pleasant manner
• Perform basic technical troubleshooting and maintenance while in the field
• Travel regularly to support Navier events, sea trials, and customer engagements (domestic and occasional international travel may be required)
• Support warehouse and hangar operations including logistics, equipment setup, and general task management
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure readiness of the boat and support equipment
• Represent Navier professionally to customers, partners, and the public during field activities

Required Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in operations, field service, or technical support roles
• Comfortable working independently and making decisions in dynamic, real-world environments
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly, including multi-day trips
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in hands-on, outdoor environments
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to obtain California boating certification (if not already held)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Captain’s license or equivalent marine certification
• Hands-on experience with boats or automotive systems (e.g., boating, motorsports, field tech)
• Technical background in electrical, mechanical, or marine systems
• Prior experience supporting or running product demos
• Familiarity with small-scale electrical or mechanical repairs
• Enthusiasm for boating, clean tech, and sustainability

Submit your resume and a few lines about why you are interested in the role to [jobs@navierboat.com](mailto: jobs@navierboat.com?subject=Job%20Application).