Vessel Captain; RSC

Systems Application & Technologies Inc

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Position Type
:
Full-time, Non-exempt

Work Location
:
Naval Base Point Loma, CA

Pay Info
: $45.62/hr plus $7.50/hr (Health & Wellness through the Union)

SA-TECH is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense contractor specializing in range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne target O&M; technical, logistics and engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy, and have a 35‑year heritage of supporting complex DoD programs with high quality, cost‑effective results.

At Naval Base Point Loma (NBPL), SA-TECH provides O&M support for home‑ported Range Support Crafts (RSC) vessels, a major U.S. Navy base hosting over 70 tenant commands.

SA-TECH is hiring a Vessel Captain at NBPL to oversee day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of assigned vessels.

• Reports to Port Captain.
• Responsible for the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of an assigned vessel.
• Ensures the vessel crew has adequate supplies and training for safe task execution.
• Plans voyages and operates vessel safely in accordance with USCG requirements.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; accurately completes required daily logs.

• Will work ashore and afloat on the RSC vessels.
• Overtime is required.
• Vessels may remain out at sea for multiple days in a row.
• Operations conducted in a variety of weather conditions and sea states.
• Normal shipboard physical activity required.

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years of maritime industry experience as a Captain of a 500GT vessel (10 years preferred).
• Demonstrable knowledge of preventive/corrective maintenance plans.
• Previous experience on DoD contract vessels.
• USCG License 500GT Master Upon Near Coastal Waters with valid medical certificate is required.
• Current Driver's License required; must be insurable under company policy while driving company vehicles during work hours.
• U.S. Citizenship required; must obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• All candidates must pass background screening (SSN, Driver Record, Criminal Background Investigation).

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

• Expressing Interest: Applying to this posting indicates interest; you may be considered for other roles with similar skills.
• Work Schedules: SA-TECH supports alternate schedules; programs vary.
• SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.
• SA-TECH participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify system.
• The application window closes in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date.
• We are dedicated to professional development, work‑life balance, and inclusive culture.
• We invite you to apply for this position or search SA-TECH Careers for roles that better match your qualifications.

All responses will be handled with strict confidentiality.

** Please note that the provided salary information is a general guideline. SA-TECH considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, training, and skills as well as market and business considerations when extending offers.

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