QMED or Oiler (Launch & Retrieval)

About Space Perspective

Space Perspective is the world’s first and only carbon-neutral spaceflight experience company on a mission to make transformative space travel accessible to more people than ever before. Its Spaceship Neptune, which comprises a pressurized capsule propelled by a giant SpaceBalloon™, offers a safe and accessible six-hour journey to the edge of space. Those who fly with Space Perspective, which is being regulated by the FAA and follows guidelines established by NASA and the U.S. Coast Guard, enjoy unprecedented views of our planet through the largest windows ever flown to space, a world-class meal and cocktail service, Wi-Fi, and lavatory – all from the world’s first Space Lounge. Based on Florida’s Space Coast, Space Perspective was co-founded by entrepreneurs Jane Poynter and Taber MacCallum, who met as original crew members in Biosphere 2 and previously founded World View and Paragon Space Development Corporation. Space Perspective’s team more broadly has been instrumental in the development of every U.S. human spacecraft for the past 40 years.

QMED or Oiler (Launch & Retrieval)

Position Overview

The QMED/Oiler stands an engineering watch under supervision of the Engineering Officer of the Watch on the Launch & Retrieval vessel supporting manned space flight using spaceship Neptune and its twenty million cubic foot space balloon. This position performs a myriad of skilled tasks at the support level as a member of the engine department. 

Role and Responsibilities:

• Stand watch as directed by the Engineers. Assist Engineers with maintenance of engine room and machinery space equipment.
• Make rounds taking pressures and temperatures to ensure operation of equipment is within design parameters. Report any potential safety issues. 
• Assist engineers with repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Assist with the Launch and Retrieval of spaceship Neptune as needed.
• Respond to shipboard emergencies including fire, flood, toxic gas, man overboard and abandon ship, be able to administer first aid and CPR.   
• Operate the vessel within its classification limits, adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, comply with international protocols for safety (SOLAS), environmental protection (MARPOL) and ballast water management (BWM)
• Support the Marine Fleet Manager’s programs for training, safety, and maintenance (SMS Safety Management System).
• Display acute safety awareness through all operations.
• Maintain the vessel in a consistently high condition of readiness, preservation, and cleanliness. 
• Exemplify excellence and accountability for all work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Minimum of 6 months sea experience on vessels.

Required Documents, Licenses and Endorsements:

• MMC:  Able Seaman-Engine, QMED/Oiler, Motor, Unlimited
• STCW III/4, VI/1, VI/6, RFPEW, ADV-FF, ETR, BCO, VPDSD
• TWIC
• US Passport
• Valid Driver’s license

Space Perspective is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space Perspective is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.