At a glance
- Experience
- 1+ years experience
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Location
- Long Beach
About the role
- The Ark Vessel Assistant Engineer will lead and support the safe operation and maintenance of vessel mechanical systems, including propulsion, electrical, and auxiliary systems.
- This role reports to the Chief Engineer and works closely with the Marine Operations team to ensure the readiness and full-life support of the SpaceX fleet of vessels.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support the safe operation at sea and maintenance of vessel mechanical systems including propulsion, electrical, and auxiliary systems.
- Report to the Chief Engineer.
- Work with the vessel’s master and/or licensed officer for the bunkering of vessel fluids and management of vessel bilge, oil, and fuel resources.
- Complete Engine Room reports, logbooks, and data collection in accordance with regulations and company standards.
- Stand engine room watches as OICEW.
- Support the cleanliness and upkeep standards of the vessel while onboard.
- Support planning and maintenance for ongoing operations and ensure full-life support of the SpaceX fleet of vessels.
- Work with the Marine Operations team to ensure the highest standards of readiness by personally assisting in repairs or synchronizing support.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)/license: Assistant Engineer Unlimited (1st, 2nd, 3rd AE).
- 1+ years of professional experience in an offshore Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, or QMED role.
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base & Cape Canaveral.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee to conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR).
- Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or other technical discipline.
- Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS classing, etc.
- 3+ years of professional experience working in an offshore, vessel role that deals with examinations or licensing-efforts with US Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations.
- Willing to work outdoors and in maritime environments.
- Able to work flexible hours during mission support periods.
- Person in Charge (PIC) certification for bunkering.
Skills
- Auxiliary Systems
- OICEW
- Vessel Management Systems
- Safety Management Systems
- OPA 90
- MARPOL
- ABS Classing