Facility Maintenance Engineer

Amentum; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Facility Maintenance Engineer in Forest Park, GA to lead preventive maintenance of building systems, diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role involves coordinating with contractors, managing inventory, and performing maintenance in potentially austere deployment environments for extended periods.

Applicants should have at least five years of engineering and facilities experience, be eligible

Qualifications

• Five years of engineering and facility maintenance experience, including HVAC, power distribution, generator maintenance, and plumbing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with ability to repair equipment and systems.
• Experience interfacing with senior DoW personnel, documenting technical positions, and writing technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for building systems and equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Monitor and inspect building systems for proper operation and regulatory compliance.
• Plan and oversee equipment upgrades and acquisitions to maintain operations.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for maintenance tasks.
• Respond promptly to emergencies to minimize disruptions to operations.
• Maintain logs, records, and reports for inspections and audits.
• Manage inventory of tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct routine safety inspections.
• Identify facility improvement opportunities and oversee implementation.
• Coordinate with other departments to align maintenance with business goals.
• Conduct routine and ad hoc facility inspections.

Skills

Facility maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Mechanical

Safety

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000employees in more than 70 countriesacross all 7 continents.

Amentum is currently seeking a Facility Maintenance Engineer based in Forest Park, GA. This position will help support exploitation missions both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) via deployment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for building systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure optimal functioning and longevity.
• Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot issues with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other building systems and infrastructure.
• Regularly monitor and inspect building systems, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire safety, lighting, elevators, and security systems, for proper functioning.
• Ensure the facility complies with local, state, and federal regulations, including health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Plan and oversee the acquisition, installation, and upgrading of equipment needed to maintain operational efficiency.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and service providers for specialized maintenance tasks or repairs.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations like equipment breakdowns, leaks, or outages to minimize disruptions to operations.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and reports of all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections for future reference or audits.
• Monitor and manage inventory of tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Enforce workplace safety standards and protocols, conducting routine safety inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Identify opportunities for facility improvement projects and oversee their implementation to enhance overall functionality and aesthetics.
• Coordinate with other departments and stakeholders to align maintenance efforts with facility operations and business goals.
• Conduct routine and ad hoc inspections of the facility to assess overall conditions and address potential issues proactively.
• Perform all duties in challenging and austere (Outside Continental United States - OCONUS) environments, often in remote or underdeveloped locations, for extended periods of up to 6 months at a time.

Minimum Requirements:

• Five (5) years engineering and facility maintenance experience that includes experience in heating and air conditioning, power distribution, generator maintenance, and plumbing.
• Experience must include the following:
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • The ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and systems.
  • Development and execution of project plans, systems specifications, design requirements, and test and evaluation planning documents.
  • Conducting safety assessments and failure mitigation.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance of systems to prevent failure.
• The above experience should demonstrate the ability to interface with senior members of DoW organizations to develop and support technical positions, to justify technical recommendations, and to write technical documentation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Able to obtain a DoW Top Secret security clearance. (Please note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US Top Secret security clearance).
• Must be able to obtain a US passport.
• Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in an engineering field from an accredited university is desired.
• Experience with mobile shelter design and implementation is highly desired.
• Current Secret or Top Secret DoW clearance preferred

Compensation Details:

$85k-$115k

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:

09/14/2026 - 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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