Master 500 Tons Oceans

DescriptionJoin a team committed to a mission!At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.Are you ready for your next career challenge?The Defense Group at Leidos, supporting the Medium/Overload Unmanned Surface Vessel (OMUSV) Program, is seeking a Master with a USCG 500 Tons Oceans or greater license to support a dynamic high growth organization. The O/MUSV program is based in Port Hueneme, CA, and is responsible for delivering cutting edge autonomous vessel technology to the US Navy. The program operates and maintains prototype autonomous vessels for test and evaluation of the vessels as well as developing operations, maintenance, logistics and training procedures for the autonomous Fleet of the future.The Master has overall responsibility for the safe operation and navigation of the vessel, the safety of the crew and cargo, and executing vessel missions as assigned by naval authorities. Master will be responsible for maintaining all required logs and reports, and for complying with all port/state, class, and SMS rules and regulationsDuties include responsibility for the material condition of the vessel, training of crew, and consulting with operators and owners on various vessel tasking. Provides professional maritime expertise and leadership responsibility. Crew will work rotating shifts of approximately 28 days, while on rotation crew should expect to work more than 40-hours per week.Primary Responsibilities

Report to Port Captain for pier side and afloat USV operations.

Take overall responsibility for navigation of the vessel and all facets of operation

Participate in advanced seamanship duties as required.

Assist in preparation, preservation, and cleanliness of assigned vessel, and any associated equipment.

Coordinate and assist in pre/post mission craft readiness functions.

Overall responsibility for vessel security and visitor control function.

Participate in Leidos and Government safety programs.

This position will require close cooperation and working relationships with active-duty military and other Government personnel.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications

USCG Merchant Mariner credentials: Master 500Tons Oceans with corresponding STCW Certificates

Position requires the ability to perform in an arduous duty environments.

Requires a BS Degree and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience (additional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).

Ability to lift 40lbs

Individuals must possess the ability and demeanor to share common spaces over lengthy deployment periods and work closely with others in a small working area and in a shipboard environment

Must be able to communicate effectively

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working aboard US Government vessels

Pay Range:Pay Range $97,500.00 - $176,250.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.REQNUMBER: R-00124112All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.