Shipbuilding Expert

General Responsibilities

This is a 0.75 full-time equivalent position within the Massachusetts Maritime Academy's core grant team. The team is part of a four-year initiative called NEXTSEAS, which aims to create a future-ready, resilient shipbuilding workforce through adaptive training pipelines designed to meet the evolving needs of the US maritime industry.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with ship production or a shipyard, with a primary focus on construction and delivery.
• Demonstrated experience working with academic institutions, training centers, worker organizations, policymakers, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, and other stakeholders.
• Understanding of U.S. shipbuilding issues related to workers' skillsets and industrial challenges.
• Strong analytical and communications skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) required. Non-native speakers must provide evidence of fluency, including a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score or transcript showing completion of advanced English language coursework.

Pay

$75,000 - $80,000 based on education, qualifications, and experience.

Schedule

The start date is ASAP.

Benefits

This is a non-benefitted, temporary/contract position. The Federal awarding agency, ILAB, retains the authority to approve all key personnel changes throughout the life of the award as stated in 2 CFR 200.308(f).

Contact Information

To apply, please submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae.

Application materials may be saved, attached, and sent electronically to hr@maritime.edu. Alternatively, submit application materials by USPS to: Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532.

The finalist must complete a background check and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About the Role

MMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.