Third Officer – Maritime Operations

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⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⏱ Part Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

⚙️ Operations

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F3EA, Inc.

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2013

🎖️ Defense

📦 Logistics

🏛️ Government

Defense • Logistics • Government

F3EA, Inc. is a defense-focused solutions provider offering enterprise training and mission support to elite forces, government agencies, and partner nations. The company designs and runs realistic live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training exercises, provides rapid prototyping and defense systems development (including unmanned systems and battlefield effects), and delivers global logistics, aviation ISR solutions, and cleared role-player/mission support. F3EA also offers cybersecurity and SI/EW services, including veteran-led penetration testing and offensive cyberspace operations support.

📋 Description

• Assist the Master and Chief Officer in safe and efficient vessel operations • Perform Officer of the Watch (OOW) duties in accordance with COLREGs and vessel procedures • Support safe navigation, maneuvering, and operational readiness of the vessel • Maintain nautical charts, navigational publications, and associated corrections • Operate and maintain electronic navigational equipment and GMDSS communications equipment • Monitor Maritime Safety Information (MSI), weather reports, and navigational warnings • Maintain deck logbooks and required operational records • Support implementation of the vessel Safety Management System (SMS) • Conduct and support vessel inspections, drills, and emergency preparedness activities • Support familiarization training for newly assigned personnel in accordance with STCW requirements • Monitor and execute planned maintenance actions within assigned areas of responsibility • Complete checklists, risk assessments, and operational documentation • Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce safe work practices • Exercise sound judgment during emergencies and notify vessel leadership of significant issues • Support cross-functional coordination between deck, engineering, and operational departments • Provide task-level oversight, mentorship, and coordination of junior deck personnel when required • Perform additional duties supporting vessel operations and mission requirements

🎯 Requirements

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) appropriate for position • Valid STCW endorsements and required maritime certifications • Experience serving as Officer of the Watch aboard operational vessels • Knowledge of navigational watch-standing procedures, COLREGs, and bridge operations • Experience operating navigational and communications equipment • Ability to work rotational schedules in maritime environments • Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary maritime team • U.S. citizenship required • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance • Ability to support rotational or extended underway operations as required • Ability to work in an operational maritime and shipboard environment • Ability to stand watch for extended periods, climb ladders, and operate in physically demanding environments

🏖️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion • Compensation and benefits referenced as employment practices, but no specific benefits listed