Electronic Technician, Maintenance III

Amentum; Enterprise (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Educational reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Electronic Maintenance Technician III for North of Las Vegas, Nevada to perform general technical duties specializing in electronic security systems.

Essential responsibilities include installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a wide range of intrusion, CCTV, access, and sensor systems, plus coordinating with clients to define specifications and ensuring proper documentation and testing of subsystems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in math, electronics, or military-equivalent training.
• At least five years hands-on experience in essential functions.
• General electronics knowledge and system/test equipment expertise.
• US Citizenship, 21+ years old, valid driver's license, English fluency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and service electronic equipment and security systems.
• Plan, install, relocate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair intrusion, CCTV, access, and related systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform component-level repairs to restore operation.
• Install/verify major subsystems, including masts, generators, and cables.
• Collaborate with clients to define hardware/software specs and document systems.

Skills

Electronics

Troubleshooting

Systems knowledge

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

LAN basics

Test equipment

Security systems

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Electronic Maintenance Technician III for North of Las Vegas, Nevada to perform general technical duties specializing in electronic security systems.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work on various types of electronic equipment and related devices by performing the following functions: installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, constructing, testing, and maintaining service records.
• Assist with planning, installation, relocation, maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of the following systems: intrusion detection systems, sensor systems, electronic access systems, CCTV cameras, electronic charging systems, computers (to include basic ability with LAN and network systems), x-ray scanners (e.g. Astrophysics), video management systems (e.g. Cameleon), shot detection systems (e.g. Boomerang), ground based radar, long range thermal detection systems (e.g. FLIR), metal detectors, and Operations Center Integration systems (e.g. Jupiter).
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and make needed repairs to restore equipment to required operational condition including trouble shooting to the component level.
• Perform installation, setup, and verification of major subsystems and maintain associated equipment to include masts, mobile platforms, generators, and cables.
• Work in tandem with Client consulting with users and suppliers to determine hardware, software, functional specifications of systems and equipment in order to design, develop, document, and analyze systems and programs for operational environments through testing and evaluation modifications.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Must have an Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or technical school with courses in math, basic electronics, or military equivalent technical training. Combination of education, training, and experience can be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Must have at least five (5) years of hands‑on experience in performing essential functions of job.
• Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics and demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro‑mechanical, and computer systems, as well as test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to become proficient on system configurations and operational software.
• Ability to apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data and test equipment.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate company practices with executives, clients, and employees.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must be fluent in speaking and writing the English Language.
• Must be able to pass a detailed background investigation at a frequency as required by contract.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements dictated by project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Proven ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously.
• Strong initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Local Candidates.
• Active DoD Security Clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

• Regular travel to remote working locations and in field environments.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, towers, and hills.
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and carry heavy objects routinely.
• May work with grease, oil, fuel, coolants, and other fluids.

Benefits:

• Amentum offers Benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO annually.
• For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: Please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com.

Compensation Details:

$40.94

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:

09/17/2026 - 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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