Diesel Engineman Mechanic (Job I.D. 3729)

Valkyrie Enterprises; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Diesel Engineman Contractor Instructor, where your expertise will shape the future of naval training. This dynamic role involves providing critical instruction and curriculum support for Department of Defense personnel, including Navy and Allied Forces. With a focus on effective training delivery, you will play a vital role in the professional development of students, ensuring they receive the highest quality education in diesel systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your technical knowledge and military experience in a supportive and impactful environment. If you are passionate about training and have a strong background in diesel systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Options

Company Paid Life Insurance

401k with Match

Education Reimbursement

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must be a former Engineman or Machinist Mate Diesel (E5–E9) with main propulsion experience.
• Certified instructor in applicable functional area with comprehensive diesel systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and curriculum support for naval training at SWESC.
• Deliver technical and military training for DOD personnel, ensuring effective training delivery.

Skills

Technical Training Delivery

Curriculum Development

Safety Protocols

Troubleshooting Diesel Systems

Remediation Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Technical Training Equipment (TTE)

Lab Equipment

Electronic Podiums

Job description

• Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Diesel Engineman Contractor Instructor (EN CI) who will be a key support to the Surface Warfare Engineering Schools Command (SWESC).

Job Description:

• Providing instruction, operation, testing, remediation, curriculum support (including updates and maintenance), administration, safety, and management support services for formalized naval training. The EN CI will be responsible for delivering technical and military training, including instructor services and remediation for Department of Defense (DOD) personnel. This includes Navy and Allied Forces officers and enlisted personnel temporarily assigned to SWESC Great Lakes, IL, for training. The role emphasizes ensuring effective training delivery and supporting the professional development of students.

Qualifications:

• Must be a former (E5–E9) Engineman or Machinist Mate Diesel with a background in main propulsion.
• Certified as an instructor in the applicable functional area (e.g., NETC requirements).
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of diesel systems.
• Minimum of three (3) years of technical experience in the subject matter being instructed.
• Minimum of two (2) years in a Military Training Environment (these can overlap).
• Must be a graduate of at least one of the following courses:
  • LST 41/49 Colt-Pielstick Maintainer (A-652-0323)
  • Diesel Engine C School Module 5 (LPD C/P) (A-651-9001)
  • USCG ALCO 251C (A-651-3030)
  • USCG FBM (A-651-3031)
  • Fairbanks Morse Diesel 38ND 8-1/8 (A-652-0450)

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of learning principles, presentation methods, testing and remediation procedures, curriculum development, training aids, devices, electronic podiums, technical training equipment (TTE), lab equipment, and associated operation and maintenance procedures.

Travel Requirements:

• None

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain a favorable background check result.
• Must be able to obtain CAC to access facilities.

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie’s commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).