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Systems Planning and Analysis

Assistant Ship Manager

$120K - $135K/yr

... Command Port Engineers, and contractors to ensure work items are always executed efficiently and safely. The job is a remote, regular part-time position with approximately 30 hours a week and ...

Systems Planning and Analysis

Assistant Ship Manager

$120K - $135K/yr

... Command Port Engineers, and contractors to ensure work items are always executed efficiently and safely. The job is a remote, regular part-time position with approximately 30 hours a week and ...

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How much do part time port engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time port engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Port Engineer vs Marine Engineer?

AspectPart Time Port EngineerMarine Engineer
CredentialsCertifications in port operations, safety, and basic engineeringMarine engineering licenses, STCW certifications
Work EnvironmentPort facilities, docks, and terminal areasShips, engine rooms, and maritime vessels
Employer & IndustryPort authorities, shipping companies, logistics firmsShipping lines, shipowners, maritime service providers

Part Time Port Engineers typically work in port facilities focusing on port operations and maintenance, often on a part-time basis. Marine Engineers work onboard ships or in shipyards, handling vessel machinery and systems. While both roles require technical certifications, their work environments and industry applications differ significantly, with port engineers concentrating on port infrastructure and marine engineers on vessel systems.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Port Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Assistant Ship Manager

Systems Planning and Analysis

Remote

$120K - $135K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

The Surety Programs Group (SPG) supports government and private sector management of complex safety, security, and reliability programs for high consequence operations.  SPG delivers industry-leading, innovative, and value-added services such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention to help our clients understand and mitigate mission risks spanning physical, cyber, and human domains. SPG has an immediate need for an Assistant Ship Manager to support the SPA team remotely and onboard the USNS WATERS.

Responsibilities

SPG is currently seeking a part-time Marine Engineer, Naval Architect, or Engineer in a related field to join the team managing the USNS Waters, a weapons and navigation test ship supporting the Navy's Strategic Systems Programs. The Engineer will be responsible for reviewing technical specifications for equipment/vessel repairs and modifications, compliance with industry standards, and implementing "best practices" across the enterprise. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with sponsor program managers, Military Sealift Command Port Engineers, and contractors to ensure work items are always executed efficiently and safely.

The job is a remote, regular part-time position with approximately 30 hours a week and benefits. It requires routine travel to the ship's location in Port Canaveral, Florida and elsewhere in the United States for shipyard repair.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to travel to and work at Port Canaveral, Florida, and other CONUS locations.
  • U.S. Citizen with DoD SECRET clearance (or higher) OR ability to obtain and maintain clearance.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, related field, or equivalent work experience in vessel operations and repair.
  • Minimum five years of experience in a similar role within the maritime industry.
  • Knowledge of the latest maritime regulations and compliance standards.
  • Experience with and ability to review and approve technical specifications for vessel repairs and modifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience working on vessels as Chief Engineer or Port Engineer.
  • Proven experience troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems related to marine operations.
  • Experience writing Military Sealift Command (MSC) work items.
Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. , Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $135,000.00/Yr.Employment Type: PART_TIME

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