Marine Engineering Trainee: Third Assistant Engineer

Sealift Command; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealift Command s MSC posting seeks a Third Assistant Engineer (in Training) to join civil service mariner personnel aboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. The role supports the joint warfighter with on-time logistics and strategic sealift.

U.S. citizens aged 18+ with a valid passport, TWIC/DOD CAC, USCG credentials, and engine-room experience or QMED ratings are required; extensive supervisory, maintenance, and leadership capabilities are valued, with

Qualifications

• Citizenship as U.S. citizen.
• US passport valid with 10+ months remaining.
• TWIC and/or DoD CAC with 10+ months remaining.
• USCG Medical Certificate without limitations and 10+ months remaining.
• USCG MMC with endorsements (O.S., Wiper, FH, etc.) with 10+ months remaining.
• Engineering certifications (EN/MM or QMED ratings) or equivalent naval experience.
• 5 years shipboard experience or 1,080 days engine-room service, with specific credit rules.
• Experience as front-line supervisor or team lead.
• Familiarity with engineering maintenance and shipboard operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Watchstanding

Engine room operations

Education

Maritime academy degree

Job description

Sealift Command s MSC posting seeks a Third Assistant Engineer (in Training) to join civil service mariner personnel aboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. The role supports the joint warfighter with on-time logistics and strategic sealift.

U.S. citizens aged 18+ with a valid passport, TWIC/DOD CAC, USCG credentials, and engine-room experience or QMED ratings are required; extensive supervisory, maintenance, and leadership capabilities are valued, with