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How much do navy port engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for navy port engineer in the United States is $68,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Navy Port Engineer vs Navy Civil Engineer?

AspectNavy Port EngineerNavy Civil Engineer
CredentialsMilitary training, engineering certificationsEngineering degrees, civil engineering licenses
Work EnvironmentNaval bases, port facilitiesConstruction sites, government projects
Employer & IndustryU.S. Navy, military infrastructureU.S. Navy, civilian infrastructure projects

While both roles involve engineering within the Navy, Navy Port Engineers focus on managing port and naval base facilities, often with military-specific training. Navy Civil Engineers typically handle broader civil infrastructure projects, including construction and maintenance, with civilian engineering credentials. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in naval engineering roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Navy Port Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Navy Port Engineer, you need a robust knowledge of naval architecture, marine engineering principles, and ship repair processes, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and experience with naval vessels. Familiarity with maintenance management systems, shipyard practices, and certifications like a Professional Engineer (PE) license or USCG endorsements are commonly required. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills are essential for coordinating with ship crews, contractors, and Navy leadership. These skills ensure the safe, efficient maintenance and readiness of naval fleets critical for mission success.

What are Navy Port Engineers and what do they do?

Navy Port Engineers are technical experts who oversee the maintenance, repair, and modernization of naval ships while they are in port. They serve as the primary point of contact between the ship's crew, shipyard personnel, and Navy leadership to ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. Port Engineers evaluate ship systems, coordinate repair schedules, and troubleshoot technical issues to keep vessels mission-ready. Their role is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and longevity of the Navy's fleet.

What are some common challenges Navy Port Engineers face when coordinating maintenance projects?

Navy Port Engineers often encounter challenges related to scheduling and resource management, especially when coordinating maintenance projects for multiple vessels with tight operational timelines. They must balance the needs of the fleet with available dock space, shipyard resources, and personnel, all while ensuring compliance with Navy standards and safety regulations. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as Port Engineers regularly collaborate with ship crews, contractors, and Navy leadership to resolve unexpected issues and keep projects on track.
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Infographic showing various Navy Port Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,617 per year, or $33 per hour.

General Manager Fleet - Technical

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

U. S. Marine Management Position Description

The purpose of this document is to provide a summary of the generic functions/tasks associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible position responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the incumbent might differ from those outlined here and additional duties may be assigned at the manager’s discretion. The position description details as outlined below are also subject to change or reassigned at any time.


  • Business Title: General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical)
  • Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
  • Overtime Eligible: No
  • Supervisor: Vice President, Operations

Purpose/Summary:

The General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant technical operation of assigned tankers by managing maintenance, repairs, and dry-docking, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, overseeing budgets, and communicating with ship crews and shore-based teams. The General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) will report to the Vice President, Operations.


The General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) works from US Marine Management’s (USMMI) Norfolk, VA office but will periodically travel to the ship and to meetings with the government and supporting contractors. Specific assignments may change periodically depending on the current needs of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for overall technical operations of tanker fleet and performance metrics including safety, budget, operating costs, reliability, planning, regulatory, contract compliance and OCIMF best practice.
  • Provide oversight for vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure that missions and voyages are efficiently and safely performed in accordance with good engineering practice and contract requirements.
  • Act as technical discipline subject matter expert, including maintenance, maintenance management, preventative maintenance scheduling, managing critical equipment, parts/spares, service and parts vendor management, vessel response, and vessel security.
  • Supervise Port Engineers assigned to tanker fleet and supervise the procurement efforts of the Port Engineers.
  • Oversee the timely planning and execution of regulatory and emergency drydocking, UWILD and all USCG and class requirements. Ensure corrective actions are developed and implemented when required.
  • Coordinate with the Marine HR department to facilitate crew promotions, and disciplinary action when required.
  • Act as the maintenance/readiness point of contact to Vice President, Operations.
  • Supervise the management of the Stores, Spares, Maintenance & Repair budget.
  • Be an advocate for shipboard safety, the company safety culture and actively support timely attention to any safety issue. Support SMS updates, edits and revisions.
  • Responsible to provide oversight and supervise the technical discipline aspects of tanker reflags.
  • Ensure the timely review the vessel safety committee meeting minutes by the Port Engineers and oversee timely follow-up of issues identified.
  • Performs other position-related duties as specified by management.


Position Specifications:

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required (degree must be from an accredited institution) or.
  • 10-15 years’ experience managing marine operation/technical personnel or.
  • 10-15 years’ experience in ship operations, repair and maintenance or.
  • 10-15 years’ experience with flag state, port state, and class society requirements.
  • Ability to travel extensively both domestically and internationally and to support assigned fleet.
  • Experience as a Chief Engineer of a tanker is preferred
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance from the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA).
  • Experience with maritime maintenance management applications and program management applications is required. Experience with Nautical Systems (NS) and Microsoft Project is desirable.
  • Supervisory experience required with demonstrated ability to lead and direct teams with differing backgrounds and skill sets.
  • Random drug testing required.
Technical Skills and Competencies Required
  • Technical Skills and Competencies Desired
    • Advanced degree in Engineering, Marine Transportation or Business.
    • Experience operating U.S. Navy UNREP capable ships
  • Knowledge of tanker trade, including charterer / oil terminal requirements, SIRE, TMSA, OCIMF best practices
  • Ability to communicate effectively in variety of forums, internal and external.
  • Superior writing and documentation skills.
  • Advanced communication, negotiation, conflict resolution capabilities.
  • Must possess a working knowledge of key business financial measurements (ROI, NPV, RONA, etc.).
  • A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in systems.
  • Relies on considerable experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Good relationship building/interpersonal and influencing skills - ability to work with diverse groups and gain groups consensus.
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and the ability to quickly grasp and work with new systems.
  • Advanced leadership and management skills
  • Strong tactical planning skills
  • Advanced understanding of corporate environment and objectives and ability to propose solutions for their achievement.

Learning Description:

The key skills and competencies the incumbent should develop in this position.

  • ISM / ISO Certifications requirements and trends
  • Applicable regulatory requirements and tanker industry best practice
  • Networking and collaboration
  • Influencing
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation
  • Team management
  • Analysis and problem solving
  • Change management
  • Performance assessment and management


Travel Requirements:

Extensive travel (including foreign travel and travel in cars, boats, ships, helicopters, and airplanes) will be required to attend to shipyard maintenance, to ride vessel or visit vessel for quality assurance and general management of vessel and crews, and on short notice for casualties, to conduct investigations and to protect the company’s reputation, as is required by the contract specifications, or as directed by management.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


General office setting, typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal with short breaks or lunch period. However, there may be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying of light items such as papers, books, or packages of up to 25 pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer.


Operations Setting: typically, the employee must be able to Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Push/Pull, Kneel, Squat, Reaching and Twisting. Also need the ability to consistently be able to lift 10lb – 100lb utilizing Folding Hand Truck & Dolly, Rolling Utility Carts or Single Hand Trucks (70 – 100%) of time