Navigation Officer – Second Mate on Training Vessels

Hornblower Corp; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Group is seeking a Second Mate to serve as navigation officer for designated Training Support Vessels. You will maintain charts, prepare voyage plans, and report progress to the Master while performing routine vessel maintenance.

The role requires a U.S. Coast Guard Second Mate license with VSO/VSPSD, STCW credentials, and security clearance. A valid passport, TWIC, and CAC are required to operate in U.S. waters and aboard Hornblower vessels.

Qualifications

• Second Mate license with VSO/VSPSD and STCW credentials.
• STCW requirements including OICNW, RFPNW, PSC, and related training.
• Security clearance: SECRET.
• Must possess a valid U.S. passport and be able to obtain CAC and TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Serve as navigation officer for the training support vessels.
• Maintain charts and publications; prepare voyage plans.
• Provide daily voyage progress reports to the Master.
• Perform cleaning, painting, and maintenance as directed by the Chief Mate.
• Stand navigation watches as assigned; perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Second Mate License (VSO/VSPSD)

STCW certified

GMDSS Operator

ECDIS (Unlimited)

Security Clearance: SECRET

Valid U.S. Passport

TWIC

CAC

Microsoft Office

Shipboard monitoring software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hornblower Group is seeking a Second Mate to serve as navigation officer for designated Training Support Vessels. You will maintain charts, prepare voyage plans, and report progress to the Master while performing routine vessel maintenance.

The role requires a U.S. Coast Guard Second Mate license with VSO/VSPSD, STCW credentials, and security clearance. A valid passport, TWIC, and CAC are required to operate in U.S. waters and aboard Hornblower vessels.