MBARI hosts approximately 200 employees, with shore facilities that include state-of-the-art science and engineering laboratories, manufacturing and electrical fabrication shops, and dock facilities for MBARI vessels. MBARI is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Port Engineer to oversee the maintenance, repair, and readiness of a fleet of vessels to ensure technical goals and regulatory compliance are met. They act as the primary liaison between vessel crews and shore-side management for all technical matters. This is a full time, term position of 1 year with the possibility of extension.

The ASO Manager provides operational leadership as well as personnel management for the team, ensuring that MBARI's AUVs and Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs) operate reliably and effectively. The incumbent supervises the testing and operation of these vehicles, balancing long-term engineering roadmaps with immediate operational needs. Key qualifications include experience in marine asset operations, with the ability to integrate multiple platforms and optimize logistics and services for different users, as well as proven competence in team and project management.

The Career Pathways Intern track provides students with immersive training in essential roles that support MBARI’s work in ocean research and technology development. Over the course of a five to six -month immersive internship, this employee will explore the unique environment of prototype manufacturing at MBARI. As the candidate progresses through the program, they will be guided by the question – “what does it take to bring an idea to life”? This intern will work closely with one or two mentors and members of the manufacturing team to complete a project for the R/V David Packard. During the program, the candidate will be exposed to a wide variety of topics and learn firsthand how to design and manufacture parts designed for one of the west coast’s most advanced research platforms.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is a nonprofit oceanographic research center advancing marine science and engineering to understand our changing ocean. Located in Moss Landing, California, the heart of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, MBARI has a position open for an Electronic Technician. Applicants from entry to mid-level are encouraged to apply. This position will work closely with engineers and scientists ensuring successful project deployment by assembling and repairing electro-mechanical systems for oceanographic research. The successful applicant will be detailed oriented and have a willingness and ability to learn new skills. Training will be provided as appropriate.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is seeking engineering candidates ranging from QMED-Oiler to OICEW for intermittent temporary work aboard R/V Rachel Carson and R/V David Packard. Operations primarily consist in supporting remote and autonomous vehicles, including a 4000m work class ROV, AUVs, and wave gliders. Moorings, CTDs and other science sampling operations are common. When switching between these activities, mobilization and reconfiguration of the vessel in port is required. Most vessel operations are completed in one day.

The R/V Rachel Carson is MBARI’s 135-foot coastal vessel. The vessel supports multi-purpose operations revolving around AUV deployments, offshore instrument deployments, and diving tasks. The Deckhand assists the Captain, Mates, and Engineers with daily tasks including loading equipment, and deployment of ROVs, AUVs, and moorings. They are responsible for vessel maintenance, chipping, grinding, painting, cleaning, food handling, line handling, and watch standing.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is seeking candidates for Able Seafarer Deck (AB-D) aboard the state of the art research vessel David Packard . We are looking for people that are enthusiastic about commissioning a new ship. Able seafarers will have an important role in watch standing, completing science operations, performing maintenance routines and reporting to officers about what works and what doesn't on the new vessel.