Deckhand
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- The ability to withstand the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 75 pounds, standing and walking for prolonged periods, and twisting, bending, and squatting periodically, is required.
- Applicants must be able to pass a background check.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Knowledge of shipboard operations, deck seamanship, and rigging for helicopter operations is required.
- Applicants must be able to work during potentially hazardous situations and unpredictable weather.
- Handle mooring lines and rigging.
- Ensure safety equipment is used and appropriate guidelines are followed for tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
- Develop an understanding of shipboard safety procedures and the location and use of firefighting and safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire stations, life preservers, work vests, and life floats.
- Participate in meetings, training, drills, and safety audits as required by the customer and company policy.
- Provide customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- One year of boating experience as a deckhand is preferred.
- Applicants residing in Baldwin County near Fairhope, Alabama are preferred.
- A Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman is highly desired.
- Experience with helicopter and vessel close-proximity operations is desired.
- Military experience is preferred.
- Coast Guard or Navy experience is highly desired.
About the company
Bowhead, via UIC Government Services (UICGS), provides federal contracting and government services to defense and civilian agencies. It offers IT, logistics and marine services, engineering, program management, and development and support of military training and modeling and simulations. It coordinates a family of subsidiary companies to tailor end-to-end solutions, including operations and maintenance and lifecycle support. Its goal is to help federal agencies meet missions by delivering reliable, integrated contracting services and mission-ready programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Alexandria, Virginia
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- On June 29, 2026, Bowhead Base Operations won a $30 million Navy telecom IDIQ.
- On September 30, 2026, Bowhead Weapons Development Solutions won a $60.6 million Navy task.
- Bowhead acquired Delta Solutions in 2024, broadening cleared defense and engineering capacity.
What critics are saying
- Pennsylvania WARN filings show Bowhead Logistics Management cut 307, 208, 238, then 148 jobs in 2026.
- Bowhead’s growth depends on Navy and DoD awards, exposing it to protest and recompete pressure.
- Federal ANC scrutiny could weaken Bowhead’s set-aside advantage and crush its contract pipeline.
What makes Bowhead unique
- Bowhead’s ANC ownership preserves 8(a) and sole-source access across federal agencies.
- On April 21, 2026, Bowhead earned CMMI Level 3 across its family companies.
- On July 21, 2026, DoW deemed Bowhead’s MBSE capability awardable through Tradewinds.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Company News
Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corp. (UIC) has acquired a majority interest in Delta Solutions & Strategies, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business. Delta is now part of UIC's Bowhead Family of Companies within its government services division. The acquisition, led by UIC COO Jeevan Pokharel, aims to enhance Bowhead’s growth in the Department of Defense and space sectors. Delta will gain access to more DOD and federal contracts, expanding its market and expertise.