Senior Chief Engineer - Ocean Vessel (USCG Licensed)

Astrion; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Chief Engineer for the USAV Worthy, a 200 ft vessel stationed at Kwajalein Atoll. The role is full-time with 100% travel, based aboard the ship and supported housing on Kwajalein.

You will oversee propulsion and auxiliary systems, supervise engineering staff, and coordinate maintenance with the Master and range safety teams. Required credentials include a US Coast Guard Chief Engineer license for engines over 2500 HP, STCW endorsements, and a background check.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a state or federal Maritime Academy, or U.S. Naval or Coast Guard Academy, as a Marine Engineer, or U.S. Naval schools or equivalent in Propulsion; Machinist Mate; Engineman; Damage Control; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration; etc.
• A total of five (5) years of experience as a licensed Chief Engineer aboard comparable or larger vessels may be substituted for the formal education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the vessel’s propulsion and auxiliary engineering systems.
• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of the vessel’s systems in accordance with standards and regulations.
• Supervise engineering team including permanent crew and surge crew.

Job description

Astrion seeks a Chief Engineer for the USAV Worthy, a 200 ft vessel stationed at Kwajalein Atoll. The role is full-time with 100% travel, based aboard the ship and supported housing on Kwajalein.

You will oversee propulsion and auxiliary systems, supervise engineering staff, and coordinate maintenance with the Master and range safety teams. Required credentials include a US Coast Guard Chief Engineer license for engines over 2500 HP, STCW endorsements, and a background check.