Highlights
This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Top-Level Deck Mariner Subject Matter Expert to support the processes more than 140,000 applications annually for a population of more than 203,000 merchant mariners.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Martinsburg, WV |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.vmdcorp.com |
Description
Description
Top- Level Deck Mariner Subject Matter Expert
Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Top-Level Deck Mariner Subject Matter Expert to support the processes more than 140,000 applications annually for a population of more than 203,000 merchant mariners. This work supports the Marine Transportation System, the flow of commerce, and national security. Help ensure qualified mariners receive accurate, timely credential evaluations and that maritime training course submissions receive consistent technical review in support of safe and reliable operations.
Location:
Martinsburg, West Virginia
Clearance:
Public Trust
Key Responsibilities
- Provide senior-level deck operations expertise in evaluating mariner qualifications, credential endorsements, and relevant training submissions.
- Review applications and supporting documentation for alignment with applicable U.S. Coast Guard credentialing requirements.
- Assess deck-related training course materials and prepare technically supported findings and draft correspondence for course approval decisions.
- Identify discrepancies, document evaluation results, and support timely processing of professional qualification determinations.
- Support screening, evaluation, and processing of Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) applications, including technical review of relevant supporting records.
- Assist with safety and suitability evaluation workflows within assigned authority and established NMC procedures.
- Review maritime training course approval requests for conformity with applicable regulatory requirements and draft clear, accurate responses.
- Coordinate with NMC personnel, maintain complete evaluation documentation, and meet established quality and turnaround expectations.
Minimum Requirement:
- Hold or have held a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) endorsed as Master of Unlimited Tonnage upon Oceans (Master of vessels of any gross tons upon oceans); OR
- Hold or have held a U.S. Coast Guard-issued MMC endorsed as Chief Mate of Unlimited Tonnage upon Oceans, with at least five (5) years of experience sailing on that credential.
- A current Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) certificate is not required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience writing, designing, or developing maritime training courses is preferred but not required.
About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Benefits
Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Military Leave
About Company
We are a team of visionary leaders who shift the paradigm to bring our customers game changing innovations and emerging technologies to strengthen their missions. As a Vision, Mission, and Driven company, VMD has been delivering information technology solutions to the Federal government in Agile Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Critical Infrastructure Protection since 2002.
Why Join VMD Corp?
At VMD you have the opportunity to thrive in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our people is what drives the success of VMD. We embrace an employee-first culture and make it a priority to provide professional development opportunities that foster career growth.
We help protect American Citizens and the nation’s most critical infrastructure by working alongside our customers and delivering game changing solutions to strengthen their missions. We believe our passion and commitment to achieve our customers' goals and solve their most critical challenges defines who we are. We don’t just dream big, we act on it – through teamwork, dedication, and resilience.
Learn more about our Game Changing Culture here: VMD Culture