Chimera Enterprises International

Runs defense research and technical services

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

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Full-timeRemote in USA$150k - $180k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

Must hold or have previously held a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer or First Assistant Engineer of vessels of any horsepower for Motor, Steam, or Gas Turbine propulsion.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience sailing on the required credential.
Must understand maritime engineering regulations, Coast Guard policies, and international merchant mariner standards.
Must be able to draft official correspondence and detailed technical recommendations for government review.
Must be able to assess complex engineering training materials and technical documentation for regulatory compliance.
Must be able to work independently while meeting monthly production and quality metrics.

Responsibilities

Evaluate maritime engineering training provider courses, curricula, training sites, and instructors for conformance to 46 CFR Parts 10, 11, and 12, Coast Guard Policy including NVIC 01-26, the Marine Safety Manual Volume III, and best maritime industry practices.
Formulate recommendations for the Coast Guard and draft formal responses, incorporating updates or corrections required during government reviews.
Maintain a high volume of quality evaluations.
Participate in mandatory two-week training and/or orientation at the National Maritime Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, as well as any additional onsite training requested by the government.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in writing, developing, or designing maritime training courses.

Client/Agency: U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) / National Maritime Center (NMC) Job Title: Master Course Approval Subject Matter Expert (Top-Level Engine Mariner)

Description: Chimera Enterprises is seeking an experienced Master Course Approval Subject Matter Expert (Top-Level Engine Mariner) to support the U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center (NMC) Mariner Credentialing Program. The successful candidate will provide highly specialized technical support services by evaluating mariner engineering training courses, training sites, and instructors to ensure conformance with national regulations and international standards.

Mission: To ensure the safety, security, and essential operations of the Marine Transportation System (MTS) by rigorously evaluating and approving advanced engineering mariner training courses, ensuring they meet statutory, regulatory, and USCG policy requirements.

Clearance Level Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable security screening/USCG Suitability (requires access to unclassified but Security Sensitive Information).

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Evaluate maritime engineering training provider courses—including curricula, training sites, and instructors—for conformance to 46 CFR Parts 10, 11, and 12, Coast Guard Policy (including NVIC 01-26), the Marine Safety Manual (MSM) Volume III, and best maritime industry practices.
Formulate recommendations for the Coast Guard and draft formal responses, incorporating any updates or corrections required during government reviews.
Maintain a high volume of quality evaluations
Participate in a mandatory two-week training and/or orientation at the National Maritime Center (NMC) located in Martinsburg, WV, as well as any additional onsite training requested by the government.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced understanding of maritime engineering regulations, Coast Guard policies, and international merchant mariner standards.
Exceptional written communication skills to draft official correspondence and detailed technical recommendations for government review.
Strong analytical skills to assess complex engineering training materials and technical documentation for regulatory compliance.
Ability to work independently while meeting stringent monthly production and quality metrics.
(Preferred) Experience in writing, developing, or designing maritime training courses.

Minimum Qualifications:

Credential Requirement: Must hold or have previously held a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) endorsed as Chief Engineer OR First Assistant Engineer of vessels of any horsepower for Motor, Steam, or Gas Turbine propulsion.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience sailing on the required credential.
Certifications: A valid STCW certificate is not required for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Chimera Enterprises International is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action in hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

Chimera Enterprises International

Runs defense research and technical services

Chimera Enterprises International conducts research and technical work for U.S. federal agencies, focusing on chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats. Its teams turn intelligence and technical analysis into operational plans, equipment support and practical guidance for government missions. The business also handles program budgets, business processes and the computer networks that support agency operations. Customers engage Chimera through government service contracts for work in the United States and overseas, including support for military and national security missions. Founded in 2006, the company is headquartered in Edgewood, Maryland.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Edgewood, MD
Founded: 2006

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