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Kros-Wise

Naval Architect

San Diego, CA · On-site

$31.30 - $32.30/hr

Perform Diesel Engine Routine Inspections, Ready-to-Start Inspections, Post-Repair Inspections and Formal Periodic Assessments (FPAs) in accordance with references 2.4, 3.6.4.5.1, and 3.6.4.54.2 ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for engine inspector in the United States is $27.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $31.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engine Inspector vs Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

AspectEngine InspectorAircraft Maintenance Technician
CertificationsFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License, Engine-specific trainingFAA A&P License, general aircraft maintenance training
Work EnvironmentInspecting engines on aircraft, in hangars or maintenance facilitiesPerforming maintenance, repairs, and inspections on entire aircraft
Industry UsagePrimarily focused on engine systems and componentsBroader role covering entire aircraft systems

Engine Inspectors specialize in examining aircraft engines, ensuring they meet safety standards. Aircraft Maintenance Technicians perform comprehensive maintenance on entire aircraft, including engines. While both roles require FAA A&P certification, Engine Inspectors focus specifically on engine systems, whereas Maintenance Technicians handle a wider range of aircraft components.

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(C) Diesel Engine Inspector Subject Matter Expert

The McHenry Management Group, Inc

San Diego, CA • On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Salary: $90,000 - $95,000
Background check, US Citizenship, CAC and a secret clearance are requirements of this position. Contingent on contract award. Travel is 35%
RATT events are training and assessment evolutions, partnering with the crews to improve technical knowledge, organic repair capability, operational understanding, performance during assessments, and ultimately, enhanced readiness. RATT provides proficient subject matter experts to conduct Sailor centric deck-plate training, material review, program auditing, and naval readiness support to enhance overall proficiency and material readiness through recommendations to the ship and staff to enhance CNSP ship's readiness to conduct sustained operations at sea in support of the nation's strategic objectives.
Requirements
The Diesel Engine subject matter expert should satisfy the following skill, knowledge, and experience requirements:
• Extensive Navy technical management experience on multiple ships.
• Extensive experience as shipboard Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) on multiple diesel ships.
• Extensive experience (multiple tours) as Navy Diesel Engine Inspector with Navy surface ship maintenance processes.
• Over twenty years of supervisory level watchstanding experience on warships or military auxiliaries with diesel engine propulsion systems as Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Chief Engineer, or equivalent responsible for overall propulsion plant operations and associated auxiliary systems.
• Over seven years of experience conducting diesel inspections on surface warships or military auxiliaries with qualifications and certification as or equivalent to a U.S. Navy Diesel Engine Inspector.
• Direct operational and maintenance experience, within the last five (5) years, with diesel main propulsion, diesel generators, associated control systems, and associated auxiliaries currently in use by the Navy.
Physical Job Requirements
Must be able to work in shipboard industrial environment
Able to climb ladders
Work in confined spaces
Education/Ceritifcation Requirements
Must have a minimum of 20 years Navy experience
Minimum of four shipboard tours
Salary Description
$90,000.00 - $95,000.00

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