Outside Machinist Specialist - $5,000 Sign on Bonus (Bremerton, WA)

Outside Machinists at Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division (MSD) support submarine maintenance and repair by installing, repairing, and testing mechanical systems such as pumps, valves, hydraulics, and propulsion components. This role is based in our Bremerton, WA location. The role involves reading blueprints, performing precision measurements, aligning machinery, and working in an industrial shipyard environment with strict safety and quality standards. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across trades. Overtime may be available or required based on project needs. Travel may be required up to 75% of the year. You MUST currently possess a secret clearance in good/active standing for this position. 

Required

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.

• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience as a Marine Equipment Mechanic or similar maritime industry experience.

• Demonstrated expert ability to execute and oversee the most complex mechanical operations, including critical alignments, precision dimensional work, high-risk rebuilds, and root‑cause troubleshooting.

• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and qualify other craftsmen in mechanical procedures, safety practices, documentation standards, and more.

• Proven experience leading and validating controlled work packages with full procedural compliance, documentation, material accountability, inspection readiness, and configuration control.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret, validate, and teach complex technical documentation including tolerances, configuration inconsistencies, detailed step instructions, and revision requirements.

• Ability to obtain government base access and extensive technical certifications (e.g. NAVSEA Hatch Inspector, Electroplating, Deep Submergence Systems SOC MCD A/B/C, SUBSAFE qualification, etc.)