Chief Engineer Security Clearance

OVERVIEW

Chief Engineer (Permanent Party) – Full Time.

Location:

San Diego, CA. PCS to Kwajalein. Clearance: background check/CAC card. Certification: US Coast Guard. Travel: 100% of time. Compensation:
Max $65/hr astrion invites to join aboard USAV Worthy.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a state or federal Maritime Academy, or U.S. Naval or Coast Guard Academy, or equivalent in Propulsion, Machinist Mate, Engineman, Damage Control, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, etc.
• Five (5) years of experience as a licensed Chief Engineer aboard comparable or larger vessels may substitute for formal education.
• Must hold a U.S. Coast Guard license as Chief Engineer of inspected motor vessels operating on oceans, on vessels powered by not less than 2500 HP, and a USCG Chief Engineer of Steam / Motor / Gas Turbine, STCW International license and accompanying endorsements.
• Ability to pass a federal background check to obtain and hold a DoD Common Access Card (CAC). Current U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to pass a post‑offer drug screen and physical/medical clearance.
• Current and valid U.S. passport. Passport, MMC/MMD, and medical certificate must have at least 6 months of validity before placement or proof of renewal in progress.

• Experience or background in government/public vessel operations.
• Experience with vessels in a reduced operating status (ROS).
• Background in supporting U.S. Army requirements on ocean‑going vessels.
• Experience with diesel‑electric propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of common safety practices and protective equipment used on an ocean‑going vessel.
• Self‑starter, team player, and conscientious worker.

• The Chief Engineer aboard USAV Worthy works closely with the vessel Master, Chief Mate, and other personnel, including RGNEXT range‑safety personnel and embarked personnel.
• Operates and maintains the vessel's propulsion and auxiliary engineering systems.
• Works with Master and Chief Mate to execute the vessel's maintenance program.
• Oversees maintenance and upkeep of the vessel's systems in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Determines, sources, and orders parts, supplies, and material required for job accomplishment.
• Accurately inputs O&M data and projects long‑range maintenance issues.
• Ensures the vessel meets ABS Load‑Line and U.S. Army standards.
• Remains on standby/recall status during dockside periods as needed.
• Participates in off‑site OCCM (On‑Condition Cyclic Maintenance) dry docking on a three‑year basis.
• Supervises the engineering team, including permanent and surge crew, and aids in training and development of crew members.
• Reports to Master and to the RGNEXT Technical Lead for range and mission safety.
• Coordinates with mission staff and other personnel on Kwajalein for logistics, provisioning, re‑stocking, and maintenance requests.
• Ensures logbooks and records are maintained and accurately completed.
• Complies with and enforces safety regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures within Astrion policies and RGNEXT OSHE policies (including hearing conservation and respiratory protection programs).
• Ensures vessel operates and navigates in accordance with applicable U.S. laws/regulations and host nation laws/regulations.
• Performs fire and emergency duties associated with the Chief Engineer's billet on Ship's Station Bill.