2662 Field Engineer BOAT MECHANIC FE30

ADVANTEDGE TECHNOLOGY, INC.; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

AdvantEdge Technology, Inc. seeks a Boat Mechanic/Deckhand to support the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) out of Port Hueneme, CA. You will perform preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and underway mission operations for the SDTS small craft fleet, including US Navy 7m RHIBs.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with marine diesel engines, reading drawings, and shipboard systems. Navy experience as BM/EN with small craft PQS is highly desired; ability to obtain TWIC, MMC with

Qualifications

• Technical degree with 4 years’ related boat maintenance experience.
• Experience with Marine Diesel Engines and Outdrives.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Capable of troubleshooting and working independently.
• Knowledge of small boat systems including mechanical, electrical and hydraulic.
• Familiar with NAVY PMS SKED based maintenance and safety QA.

Responsibilities

• Support preventative maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of SDTS small craft.
• Operate and maintain US Navy RHIBs in a shipboard environment.
• Assist with underway mission operations and watches as assigned.
• Train boat crews in safe operation and maintenance of small craft fleet.
• Follow shipboard safety requirements, tag‑out procedures, and QA processes.
• Collaborate with ship’s force and engineering personnel to meet mission needs.

Skills

Marine diesel engines

Outdrives and conventional outboard

Reading blueprints & schematics

Troubleshooting skills

Small boat systems

Safety and QA procedures

Crew training & independent work

Education

Technical degree with 4 years’ experience

No degree with 8–10 years boat maintenance experience

Job description

Level/Salary Range: $28 - $33 + WD stipend $5.55 per hour. Position: Full Time.

Role and Responsibilities

Seeking a motivated and experienced Boat Mechanic/Deckhand to support operations aboard the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS), operating out of Port Hueneme, California. This position supports the SDTS and its Small Vessel Fleet in preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and underway mission operations. The ideal candidate will possess hands‑on experience operating and maintaining US NAVY RHIBS in a shipboard environment. Primary operator and custodian of SDTS small craft fleet including US Navy 7m RHIBS, small outboard engines and outriggers. Candidates with prior U.S. Navy experience as a Boatswains Mate or Engineman with small craft PQS are highly desired.

Position Qualifications

• Technical Degree and 4 years’ experience or No Degree and 8 – 10 years of boat maintenance experience.
• Experience with Marine Diesel Engines and Outdrives, Conventional Outboard.
• Capable of reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and mechanical schematics.
• Able to troubleshoot issues and work independently with limited supervision.
• Understanding of Small Boat Systems including but not limited to Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic Systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance in accordance with NAVY PMS SKED based systems.
• Train and familiarize boat crews in the safe operation and maintenance of small craft fleet.
• Able to obtain and maintain a California Boater’s Card, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate, and a basic Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with STCW endorsements.
• Able to support underway operations and stand navigational or engine watches as assigned.
• Support shipboard casualty response and emergency operations as well as participate in shipboard drills, training, and operational evolutions.
• Able to launch and recover boats from trailers.
• Follow all shipboard safety requirements, tag‑out procedures and QA processes.
• Work closely with ship’s force and engineering personnel to support SDTS mission requirements.
• Support extended work hours, shift work, and underway periods when mission requirements dictate.
• Able to obtain and maintain access to Naval Base Ventura County.
• Able to pass a background investigation and obtain a DBIDS credential.

Preferred Skills

• U.S. Navy Boatswain Mate (BM), Engineman (EN), or equivalent maritime experience highly desired.
• Familiarity with shipboard maintenance practices and engineering operations.
• Fiberglass Repair and Gel Coat application.
• Understanding of shipboard safety programs and lockout/tag‑out procedures.
• Current TWIC, MMC w/ STCW, and Coast Guard Medical Certificate.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb and descend steep shipboard vertical ladder‑wells repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and hot engine room environments.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand prolonged engine room and shipboard watches while underway.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, respirators, and firefighting equipment and pass fire party school.
• Must be able to get underway and perform emergency response duties during shipboard casualties and drills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AdvantEdge Technology, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and free from discrimination or harassment. We evaluate all applicants based on merit and qualifications, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. This policy covers all employment actions, including hiring.