Oops, I just noticed that I didn't clarify in the original post. I will be LAX based on the freighter. Sounds like the easiest thing to do is just wire transfer. I have a total of six accounts with my bank here so I think I will put the screws to them to work out a deal for the transfer fees.
On the paperwork I received it says we are required to open the account on induction day so maybe that changed. Either way, I doubt they have my bank there so it is just as well. Thanks for the info.