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Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera)Top-Level Engine Mariner - Master Course Approval SME
Chimera Enterprises International, Inc is looking for a Master Course Approval Subject Matter Expert with a top-level engine mariner background to assist the U.S. Coast Guard…
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Chimera Enterprises International, Inc is looking for a Master Course Approval Subject Matter Expert with a top-level engine mariner background to assist the U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center Mariner Credentialing Program. This remote full-time position involves reviewing and assessing mariner engineering training courses, training locations, and instructors to verify compliance with national rules and international criteria. The main goal is protecting the safety and functionality of the Marine Transportation…
Job Description
Chimera Enterprises International, Inc is looking for a Master Course Approval Subject Matter Expert with a top-level engine mariner background to assist the U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center Mariner Credentialing Program. This remote full-time position involves reviewing and assessing mariner engineering training courses, training locations, and instructors to verify compliance with national rules and international criteria. The main goal is protecting the safety and functionality of the Marine Transportation System by thoroughly checking advanced engineering programs against statutory mandates, agency regulations, and policy directives.
This role suits experienced engineering mariners who possess deep technical knowledge of maritime regulations and strong analytical capabilities. Responsibilities include evaluating provider curricula, preparing formal recommendations for the Coast Guard, and sustaining high standards across a large volume of reviews. Candidates must be prepared to attend a mandatory two-week training or orientation period at the National Maritime Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, along with any further on-site training requested by the agency. A favorable security screening and U.S. Coast Guard suitability determination is required due to handling security-sensitive information.
Responsibilities
- Assess maritime engineering training provider curricula, training sites, and instructors against relevant federal regulations, Coast Guard policies, and industry practices
- Prepare technical recommendations and draft formal correspondence for government review and approval
- Maintain high productivity and quality standards across a heavy volume of evaluations
- Attend a mandatory two-week orientation and training period at the National Maritime Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and participate in any additional government-requested on-site training
Requirements
- 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
- Accumulate at least 5 years of sailing experience utilizing the required credential
- Possess an advanced understanding of maritime engineering regulations, Coast Guard policies, and international standards
- Demonstrate strong writing skills to draft official correspondence and technical recommendations
- Demonstrate analytical skills to review complex engineering training materials for regulatory compliance
- Work independently while meeting stringent monthly production and quality metrics
- Obtain and maintain a favorable security screening and U.S. Coast Guard suitability determination
Qualifications
- Experience in writing, developing, or designing maritime training courses
Core Skills
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What is the remote work policy for this position?
The posting specifies that the role is remote, though it does require attending a mandatory two-week orientation or training at the National Maritime Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, as well as any other on-site training requested by the government.
What credential is required to apply?
Applicants must hold or have previously held a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer or First Assistant Engineer for Motor, Steam, or Gas Turbine vessels of any horsepower.
How much experience is needed?
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience sailing on the required credential.
What is the salary for this position?
The posting does not specify a salary for this role.
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