AN/SPS-67/SPS-73(V)12 Radar Technician

Amentum company; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Radar Technician to support the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for Navigation and Surface Search Radar systems, including maintenance, testing, documentation, and training onboard ships.

The role requires active Secret US Government Clearance, Navy radar experience, and willingness to travel up to 25%+ including short-notice OCONUS assignments. Strong MS Office and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance.
• Former Navy Electronics Technician or civilian equivalent.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting Navy radar systems (AN/SPS-67 and AN/SPS-73(V)12).
• Willingness to travel >25%, including short notice OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering efforts related to design, testing and analysis of radar system upgrades or modifications.
• Support documentation upgrades or modifications due to system improvements.
• Perform post-installation System Operational Verification Test (SOVT) and OJT for ship’s force.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Amentum is seeking a AN/SPS-67/SPS-73(V)12 Radar Technician to support the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for Navigation and Surface Search Radar systems in the areas of technical support, field change installations, performance evaluation, training, technical documentation, maintenance procedures and underway testing, and will provide assistance to fleet units in maintenance and troubleshooting. The candidate will serve as the ISEA’s Subject Matter Expert for the radar as part of direct fleet support responsibility and will document results of maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution actions accomplished while onboard. They will also provide distance support troubleshooting for fleet CASREPs and requests for technical assistance.

Job responsibilities

• Support engineering efforts related to design, testing and analysis of Navigation and Surface Search Radar System upgrades or modifications.
• Support technical documentation upgrades or modifications required as a result of system improvements.
• Perform post-installation System Operational Verification Test (SOVT) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) for ship’s force
• Candidate may be expected to travel on short notice to US and overseas locations, must hold and maintain a passport.
• Practical experience in maintenance, repair, technical documentation, parts procurement, testing and operation of Navy radar systems.
• Practical experience maintaining and troubleshooting the AN/SPS-67 and AN/SPS-73(V)12 radar systems.
• Practical experience with training, preventative maintenance, use of technical documentation, parts support, technical reports and documenting maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Experience in underway test and evaluation of Navy radar systems.
• Familiar with shipboard safety procedures including electrical tag-outs, working aloft procedures, hazardous material handling and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• High quality interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills Personal computer skills (competent with MS Office applications).

Minimum Requirements

• Practical experience providing administrative support in a team environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining team schedules and providing resource management.
• Experience planning, scheduling and hosting program review and technical interchange meetings.
• Experience documenting team activities and accomplishments.
• Experience documenting and tracking project action items and updating databases.
• Experience managing funding, reporting on financial status and projecting resource requirements.
• Interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Personal Computer skills (competent with MS Office applications).
• Experience working in a Navy technical support and fleet support team.
• Experience reviewing and reporting on combat system casualty reports
• Travel >25% to include short notice OCONUS.
• Must be a former Navy Electronics Technician or civilian equivilent.
• Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance.

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

30.81 - 35.00

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

10/16/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum 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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