Leidos

Deckhand O/MUSV

Oxnard, CA

Work authorization required$40k-$73kDetected 1 day ago

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About the role

The Defense Sector at Leidos, supporting the Overlord/Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (O/MUSV) Program, is seeking Deckhands with Entry level USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials and corresponding STCW certificates 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. Deckhands work rotating 12 hour shifts, on a 28 day on/28 day off rotation. Duties include

The O/MUSV program is based in Port Hueneme, CA, and is responsible for delivering cutting edge autonomous vessel technology to the US Navy.
Deckhands work rotating 12 hour shifts, on a 28 day on/28 day off rotation.
Duties include preparation, preservation, and cleanliness of navy watercraft, watch standing at sea and in port, and pre/post mission craft readiness functions.
Primary Responsibilities Crew Member (Deckhand) shall be experienced in basic seamanship duties and capable of performing as line handler, watch stander and ship's crew as required.
Reports to Master and Ops Coordinator for autonomy equipped O/MUSV ship, working at-sea and/or dockside environments.
Assists in preparation, preservation, and cleanliness of the ship, and any associated equipment.
This position will require close cooperation and working relationships with active-duty military and other Government personnel.
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Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026.
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Position requires the ability to perform in an arduous duty environment High school diploma or equivalent Must be a US Citizen Must be able to pass a background check and gain access to US Military Facilities Previous ex

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