Junior Ship Master
About this role
JUNIOR SHIP MASTER
LOCATION: San Diego CA
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Must hold or be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
CERTIFICATIONS: N/A
TRAVEL: 25% travel: CONUS and OCONUS. Embarked at sea overnight.
SALARY RANGE: Estimated $85,000 + USD annually
depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Captain for the USV Operations and Sustainment program supporting Astrion Navy Division.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- CITIZENSHIP: U.S. Citizenship.
- CERTIFICATIONS: Current USCG MMC National Master Less Than 200 GRT, or higher.
- Must have at least 3 years of sea-going experience in a Master position.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite.
- PASSPORT: Must have a valid passport.
- Must have a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
* (MMC and Passport must have a minimum of 6 months of validity prior to placement, or proof of renewal in progress.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Experience operating with Navy/Military units.
- Experience with operating and maintaining hull, mechanical and electrical systems: Main propulsion diesel engines, marine diesel generators, fuel delivery systems, electric motors, pumps, 480/120 VAC and 24/12 VDC systems.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics.
- Experience working with shipyard facilities.
- Experience with HelmConnect vessel management software.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Pilot 135’ MDUSV’s in and out of port or at sea when operating in a manned configuration.
- Operate, maintain and monitor HM&E systems while in port and at sea (onboard and remotely).
- Manage, maintain, and report vessel maintenance tasks records.
- Coordinate work efforts alongside various Government agencies and subcontractors, in port and abroad.
- Assist with planning shipyard maintenance availabilities and overhauls.
- Determine parts, supplies, and material requirements for planned/unplanned maintenance and overall Project support.
- Comply with all operational Standard Operating Procedures, LOTO System, and Astrion/DoD safety policies, rules and guidelines.
- Assist with USV system development and payload integration.
- Be an excellent people leader and communicator.
Company at a glance
Astrion provides integrated technology solutions and services for defense, homeland security, intelligence, and space missions.
With our “always on” approach, relentless pursuit of bold ideas, and unmatched execution, we work alongside our customers—even in the most demanding environments—to deliver results with impact.
From cyber and software to systems engineering and mission support, our team brings the expertise, agility, and drive needed to meet the moment and shape the future.
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