Boat Coxswain

Peraton

Job Description

Boat Coxswain
Job Locations US-CA-San Diego
Requisition ID 2024-152943 Position Category Scientific, Research & Analysis Clearance Secret
Responsibilities

We are hiring a Boat Coxswain in San Diego, CA.

What you will do:

    As a Boat Coxswain, you will integrate into a small team charged with operations and maintenance of systems in support of US Navy mine countermeasures (MCM) missions in the San Diego harbor and off the coast of Southern California.
  • This will include support to other government customers and Navy units as a qualified boat coxswain outside MK18 systems, including deployments to support 5th fleet in Bahrain, 7th fleet Guam, and 6th fleet Spain.

This work includes, but is not limited to:

  • Perform duties as a boat coxswain for the 11 Meter RHIB, 38' North River outboard, 27' Whaler and Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC).
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of the vessel(s) diesel engine, water jet propulsion unit, outboard engines, and boat mechanical systems.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems to determine route cause of issue and recommend a corrective action and conduct repairs as needed.
  • Perform pre and post inspections of vessels and fill out daily reports and logs.
  • Launch and recovery of the vessels.
  • Navigation and communications aboard the craft.
  • Overall safe operations of the vessels.
  • Testing and maintenance to ensure equipment is in operating condition.
  • General maintenance and troubleshooting of Multiquip and Honda generators.
  • When deployed in support of the fleet you will be responsible for MSE (Mission Support Equipment) electrical set-up and troubleshooting.
  • If parts are needed, you will be responsible for reporting equipment issues through the Chain of Command.
  • Cross-training with On-the-Job Training (OJT) and attending MK18 Family of Systems (FoS) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) courses to operate Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs).
Qualifications

BA/BS or 4 years of applicable experience in lieu of degree.

What you'll need:

  • Shall have a minimum of two years' demonstrated experience holding a boat coxswain or captain qualification from a military or civilian source.
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.
  • Shall have and provide a current small boat coxswain qualification, meeting the minimum requirements set forth in NAVEDTRA 43606.
  • Within 45 days of hire personnel filing this role must demonstrate their proficiency in the presence of a qualified NIWC Pacific coxswain.
  • Shall become qualified in operating MK 18 system equipment, including Zodiac 11M twin jet drive RHIB, 38' North River outboard RHIB, 27' outboard Boston Whaler and F580/470 Combat
  • Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) within 45 days of task award. A performance qualifications standards process, administered by NIWC PAC personnel, shall be completed within 45 days of hire.
  • Shall have a minimum of one year of experience completing maintenance logs on all required equipment and producing weekly reports on condition of equipment (pre-light /post light, engine hours, maintenance completed, supplies needed).
  • Shall have a minimum of one year conducting routine operational and preventive maintenance (oils, fluids, filters changed) and performing basic troubleshooting and maintenance, to include replacing parts.
  • Shall complete applicable OEM or vendor-provided training for appropriate diesel and gas engine plus drive system (i.e., Cummins or Yanmar Diesel engines, Yamaha gas Outboards and Hamilton Jet Drive) within 6 months of hire.
  • Shall complete all prerequisites for, and successfully maintain a Government Class "C" Driver License, Cat 3 crane certification, 20k and below forklift operator's license. Requirements shall be completed within 60 days of hire.
  • Periodic travel CONUS to support UUV testing and evaluation at various military bases, government facilities, or to conduct shipboard operations.
  • Requirement to handle man-portable UUV's and equipment; must meet the MIL-STD for weight carrying limits.
  • Apply for and maintain a Corporate Credit Card.
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.


 

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