Test Director - SkillBridge

Company Profile

Oceaneering Marine Services Division (MSD) has over 30 years of experience providing full-service submarine and surface ship repairs supporting maintenance and alterations aboard commercial and U.S. military vessels. We are SUBSAFE and DSS-SOC certified and perform high-consequence maintenance on assets that operate in demanding environments.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Are you a military service member within or nearing your 180-day window for separation from active duty? If this is you, then Oceaneering has a unique opportunity to help kick-start the next chapter in your professional life. We are accepting applications for our very own DoD Skill Bridge Internship Program, which is a cutting-edge initiative designed to link our nation’s warfighters to the best employment opportunities available as soon as possible in their transition process.

In this internship with Oceaneering, you will:

- Learn how your military experience translates into a rewarding civilian career.

- Explore a career or industry you might want to pursue upon separation from active duty.

- Earn real-world industry qualifications and certifications.

- Build experience and competency in your trade/ profession with our team.

- Expand your professional network of contacts.

- Gain familiarity with corporate culture.

Through this program, Oceaneering is seeking a motivated Test Director to work and learn in our Marine Services Division (MSD) Engineering department located in Chesapeake, VA. This intern will learn and become qualified to direct test operations and ensure testing operations are performed in accordance with approved procedures. The successful candidate will participate in a practical, systematic program of on-the-job training and related instruction to develop existing military, prior civilian experience and/ or education. Internship could be from 6 – 24 weeks long depending on availability of service member and can commence within the final 180-days before a service member leaves active duty.

- Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15.

- Command approval via Oceaneering SkillBridge Application.

- Official TAD/ TDY Orders to Oceaneering International, Inc. for the period of the internship.

- Minimum of six (6) years technical knowledge and operational experience with Naval Submarine and/or Surface HM&E systems.

- Working knowledge of SUBSAFE & Level 1, Scope of Certification (SOC), drawing and NAVSEA approved testing and certification/re-certification requirements.

- High comprehension of current testing requirements for certification/recertification of U.S. Navy submarines, surface ships, and special purpose vehicles/systems to serve as the subject matter expert.

- Ideal candidate will be a U.S. Navy E-5 to E-9 enlisted Submarine engineering rated sailor with a Submarine Warfare Qualification.

- Experience as “Chief of the Boat” (COB) on a U.S. Navy Submarine is a plus.

- Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Self-Starter, highly motivated individual that can work independently with minimal oversight.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.