Senior Deck Mariner SME – Federal Training Course Approval

Constellation Software Engineering, LLC (CSEngineering); Hedgesville (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CSEngineering is seeking a Top-Level Deck Mariner Subject Matter Expert to support a federal maritime training course approval mission. This Key Personnel position evaluates deck-focused curricula, training sites, and instructors against regulatory standards and agency guidance.

Responsibilities include evaluating course requests against 46 CFR Parts 10–12, applying NVIC guidance, drafting technical responses for government review, and maintaining a minimum 20 course approvals per month.

Qualifications

• MMC endorsement for Master of Unlimited Tonnage on Oceans or Chief Mate Unlimited Tonnage on Oceans.
• Minimum 5 years of sailing experience on the qualifying credential.
• Experience developing or writing maritime training courses is preferred but not required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate maritime training curricula, training sites, and instructors for conformance to applicable requirements.
• Assess course requests against 46 CFR Parts 10, 11, and 12 and applicable federal policy and guidance.
• Apply NVIC 01-26, Marine Safety Manual Volume III, applicable NVICs, MMS documentation, and relevant maritime industry practice.
• Develop technical recommendations regarding course approval and draft/update responses for Government review.
• Maintain a minimum course-approval volume of 20 courses per month.
• Attend a required 2-week training/orientation at the federal credentialing center and any additional onsite training requested by the COR.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable maritime laws, regulations, policies, and agency procedures.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Job description

CSEngineering is seeking a Top-Level Deck Mariner Subject Matter Expert to support a federal maritime training course approval mission. This Key Personnel position evaluates deck-focused curricula, training sites, and instructors against regulatory standards and agency guidance.

Responsibilities include evaluating course requests against 46 CFR Parts 10–12, applying NVIC guidance, drafting technical responses for government review, and maintaining a minimum 20 course approvals per month.