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Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Onsite
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Amentum is looking for a SWFTS Submarine Weapons Technician.
Essential Responsibilities:
a. Fleet Technical Assistance (FTA) Weapons: Onboard submarine technical effort for the evaluation and correction of fleet equipment/system casualties. Technical assistance repairing and replacing malfunctioning or failed components. Including, but not limited to, distance support, onboard/at-sea troubleshooting, corrective repair action, onboard maintenance training, and logistical support for the Submarine Weapons Launcher/Handling equipment.
1) Onboard FTA for vertical/horizontal tubes and associated launcher equipment/system hardware/weapons handling as scheduled or directed by MARMC Code 271.
2) Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to ship’s force during maintenance efforts.
3) Provide direct FTA support by responding to fleet requests for trouble shooting guidance or assistance and part availability or identification. Requests typically are received via telephone and require research of technical documents, which are available at MARMC.
4) Provide, review, and create TAVR messages upon completion of FTA visits and ensure JCN information for entry into FTS database with status of problem, findings, and actions taken to the Waterfront Coordinator.
5) Weekly waterfront operation meeting inputs for MARMC Code 271 submarine action items.
6) Updates to FTS and TAR for all work accomplished by MARMC Code 271.
7) Calibrate all government test equipment used for weapons handling FTA that is not able to be calibrated by Navy METCAL.
8) Review incoming CASREP and Tech Assist message traffic for applicable code 271 messages.
9) Provide updates for the FTS database with respect to CASREP and FTA status for code 271.
Ability to assess the following:
1) Submarine Total Ship Readiness Assessment (TSRA), Weapon System Readiness Assessment (WSRA)
a) Perform technical efforts and conduct technical tasks onboard SSN/SSGN submarines as scheduled. Maintain ongoing review of the configuration management for TSRA. Review and evaluate various technical reports and studies concerning failure analysis and system performance studies. Review, evaluate, validate, and make recommendations to equipment/systems ILS elements.
(1) AN/BYG-1, AN/BSY-1, CCS MK1, CCS Mk2, (SSN/SSGN/SSBN)
(2) Weapons Handling & Launchers (SSN/SSGN/SSBN)
b) When assigned by TYCOM/MARMC, provide Assessment Coordinator duties which includes coordinated assignment of system matter experts performing an approved test plan from TYCOM. This also includes performing inbrief/outbrief/daily status to ship/ISIC/TYCOM chain of commands.
2) Submarine Inspection and Survey (INSURV)
a) INSURV support monitoring ship’s force procedures utilizing PMS and OD44979 documentation as outlined by the INSURV team. This support both assesses ship’s force performance and testing. Requires in port and at-sea system testing.
(1) AN/BSY-1(V) legacy, AN/BYG-1, CCS MK2, CCS MK1 legacy, Damage Control, Weapons Handling and Launchers as requested by INSURV board.
3) Submarine Combat Systems Assessment Planning (CSAP), System of System Interoperability and Mission Area Assessment (SOSIMAA)
a) Utilize Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs) and SUBMEPP Combat Systems Test Procedures, as outlined to support the CSAP and/or as directed by the test director after a shipyard availability. This support is to assist ship’s force in performing assessment testing and troubleshooting prior to completion of shipyard availability and provide for at-sea systems requirement testing if required. At sea testing is required.
(1) AN/BSY-1(V) legacy, AN/BYG-1, CCS MK2, CCS MK1 legacy, Damage Control, Weapons Handling and Launchers, Counter Measures Systems, Combat Systems Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
b) Maintain deficiency tracking files which list the deficiencies encountered during this test period. This database shall be in Microsoft PowerPoint and/or Microsoft Word format, which will be provided to the MARMC test director for support during the CSA period.
c) When assigned by TYCOM/MARMC, provide Assessment Coordinator Duties which includes coordinated assignment of system matter experts performing an approved test plan from TYCOM. This also includes performing inbrief/outbrief/daily status to ship/ISIC/TYCOM chain of commands.
Minimum Requirements:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of full‑time engineering experience onboard submarines in the operation, maintenance, installation, test, or repair of SWFTS and/or weapons handling equipment. Experience in evaluating the material condition of ship systems and implementing corrective action.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years of full-time technical experience in the design, installation, test, or repair of electronics systems and equipment.
Clearance: Active SECRET clearance.
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Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:
This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.
Compensation Details:
$40.00 - 47.50
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
10/28/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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