Top-Level Engine Mariner Subject Matter Expert (Course Approval SME)

One Federal Solution; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

One Federal Solution is seeking a Senior Marine Engineer to evaluate training courses for Coast Guard approval, applying engine room experience to standards mariners train to. You will assess curricula, sites, and instructors to ensure compliance with 46 CFR parts and NVIC guidance.

The role requires USCG credentials and five years sailing on those credentials. The company supports federal defense missions and seeks professionals who can coordinate reviews and draft formal approvals.

Qualifications

• Hold USCG Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer (Unlimited HP) or First Assistant Engineer (Unlimited HP) for Motor, Diesel, Steam or Gas Turbine propulsion.
• At least five years of sailing experience on that credential.
• A current STCW certificate is not required.
• U.S. citizenship preferred; non-U.S. citizens require a Government waiver to access DHS IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate training course requests for Coast Guard approval.
• Evaluate engine-related courses for conformance with CFR, NVICs, and best practice.
• Check learning objectives against regulations and ensure appropriate student-to-instructor ratios.
• Review examination policies and verify instructor qualifications.
• Draft approval letters and course certificates; route work through peer/review.
• Coordinate with the Deck and Engine SME team to achieve course approvals per month.
• Coordinate remote course folder movement with NMC staff when working remotely.

Skills

Maritime engineering

Regulatory compliance

Course development

Credential verification

Job description

One Federal Solution is seeking a Senior Marine Engineer. As the Senior Marine Engineer you will evaluate engineering training courses and programs for Coast Guard approval, applying your engine room experience to the standards future mariners train to.

Task and Duties

• Evaluate training course requests, including curricula, training sites and instructors, for conformance with 46 CFR Parts 10, 11 and 12, NVIC 01-26, the Marine Safety Manual Volume III and maritime industry best practice.
• Evaluate top-level engine courses such as Designated Duty Engineer (DDE), Management of Electrical & Electronic Control Equipment (MEECE), Engine Room Resource Management, QMED, OICEW-Diesel Engine, Auxiliary Machinery, High Voltage Safety, IGF Code Operations and engine programs.
• Check learning objectives against regulations, NVICs and IMO model courses, and confirm adequate time for practical exercises and appropriate student-to-instructor ratios.
• Review examination and assessment policies and final exams, and verify instructor qualifications, including credential checks in MMLD.
• Make recommendations to the Coast Guard and draft approval, Awaiting Information, modification and correction letters and course certificates.
• Route work through peer and branch chief review and incorporate Government corrections.
• Contribute to the Deck and Engine SME team goal of at least 20 course approvals per month.
• When remote, coordinate course folder movement and system status changes with NMC staff.

Required qualifications

• Hold or have held a USCG-issued Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed asChief Engineer (Unlimited Horsepower)orFirst Assistant Engineer (Unlimited Horsepower)for Motor (Diesel), Steam or Gas Turbine propulsion.
• At least five years of sailing experience on that credential, measured as elapsed calendar time.
• A current STCW certificate is not required.
• U.S. citizenship preferred; non-U.S. citizens require a Government waiver to access DHS IT systems.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with more than one propulsion mode (Motor, Steam and Gas Turbine) is highly preferred.
• Experience writing or developing maritime training courses.

About One Federal Solution

One Federal Solution (OFS) is a trusted professional services firm with over 20 years supporting federal Defense and Civilian agencies. We specialize in Acquisition and Procurement Support, Business Intelligence, Program Management, and a variety of mission-critical services. As a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), OFS is committed to delivering high-performing professionals who support and enhance our government partners' missions.