Navy Deck Operations and Aviation Support- Pascagoula, MS
This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. The role is on-site in Pascagoula, Mississippi.
About the role
Noblis MSD Fleet Introduction Project provides Pre-Commissioning (PRECOM) support to ship's Prospective Commanding Officers, Executive Officers and Department Heads for administrative and technical services. Fleet Introduction work is performed in an integrated support team environment that includes government and Noblis MSD teams working closely with PMS 339, Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP), Huntington Ingalls Industries shipbuilder, and the ships' crewmembers.
Candidate will provide Deck Operations and Aviation Support, including:
- Coordination and assistance with SUPSHIP, Ships force, PMS 339, and Surface Force Type Commanders in fleet requirements not reflected in build requirements. This requires in-depth knowledge of building contracts, ship specifications, and all fleet requirements.
- Deck Operations Support, including Limited Training Teams (LTTs), Crew Certification (CREWCERT) events, Afloat Training Group (ATG) and Immediate Superior in Charge (ISIC) visit coordination, and working with the crew regarding any waterfront requirements (before and after Crew Move Aboard).
- Providing ship checks as requested by PMS 339, ATG, and Ships Force.
- Assisting with administrative program reviews and implementation IAW ATG Afloat Self-Assessment (ASA) check sheets.
- Assisting deck department with equipment inventory and validation as requested.
- Assisting with ship deck stations configuration and verification through specifications and drawings.
- Performing research in support of deck ships force requirements.
- Assisting with aviation support as requested, which may extend to all ship force departments.
Candidate will need to multi-task, organize services, and deconflict competing priorities. Former Boatswain's Mates (BM) and Aviation Boatswain's Mates (AB) are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 4+ years of relevant experience (preferably with Navy destroyers (DDG), amphibious Landing Platform Dock (LPD), and/or the amphibious Landing Helicopter Assault (LHA) naval platforms).
- Must have a Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Must have experience in DECK operations and be knowledgeable of US Navy operating, certification, training, and administrative procedures.
- Must be able to physically maneuver on board US Navy ships, including accessing high and confined spaces and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Experience with the MS Office suite of software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must be a US citizen.
Qualifications
- Senior enlisted DECK personnel with Search and Rescue (SAR), small boat operations, and ship aviation facility experience is desirable.
- Boatswain's Mates (BM) and Aviation Boatswain's Mates (AB) are preferred source ratings.
- Understanding of drawings and blueprints to support ships force.
Pay
USD $19.30 - USD $30.14 per hour. Annual salary range: $30,000 - $45,000.