Chief Engineer, Naval Vessel Systems & Operations

Systems Application & Technologies Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking a Chief Engineer for NBPL vessels in San Diego to ensure continuous operational readiness. The role requires overseeing engine-room operations, documenting performance, and coordinating maintenance with the crew.

The ideal candidate will have USCG DD Engineer credentials, a valid medical certificate, and a security clearance. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and diverse DoD projects.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years minimum as a Designated Duty Engineer or higher; ten years preferred.
• USCG DD Engineer 4000 HP on Near Coastal Waters with valid medical certificate required.
• USCG DD Engineer Any HP with valid medical certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily preventative maintenance and operates propulsion and auxiliary engines.
• Maintains daily, weekly and monthly logs.
• Oversees Assistant Engineer in daily duties.
• Ensures vessel readiness for operations at all times.
• Documents system parameters and monitors equipment performance.
• Performs corrective maintenance and troubleshoots onboard systems.
• Maintains inventory of engineering department parts and supplies.

Skills

USCG Designated Duty Engineer

Valid medical certificate

Driver's license

U.S. citizenship

DoD security clearance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

DDE certification preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking a Chief Engineer for NBPL vessels in San Diego to ensure continuous operational readiness. The role requires overseeing engine-room operations, documenting performance, and coordinating maintenance with the crew.

The ideal candidate will have USCG DD Engineer credentials, a valid medical certificate, and a security clearance. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and diverse DoD projects.