Mechanical Technician

PAE Government Services Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child Development Center

Discounted tickets

Credit Union

Fitness Center

Barbershop

NASA Exchanges

Flexible Schedule and Telework

Job summary

Amentum supports NASA's mission at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, delivering ground systems and launch operations. We are seeking skilled technicians to install, maintain, and certify complex systems across mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, and related subsystems.

The role requires a high school diploma, technical training, and three years of related experience, with a valid driver's license. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required, and security clearance could be needed in the future.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with technical training and 3 years related experience.
• Valid US driver's license required.
• Experience with diesels and heavy equipment maintenance highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, modify, refurbish, clean, troubleshoot, calibrate, and certify various mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, and lubrication systems.
• Operate fixed or mobile equipment to receive, store, treat, transfer and deliver liquids, gases, and solid commodities, including hazardous waste.

Skills

Troubleshooting ability

Diesel & heavy equipment

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent + technical training

Job description

Job Overview

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, modification, refurbishment, cleaning, troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, calibration, verification, certification, checkout, and operation of various fixed or mobile systems to include, but are not limited to: mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, and lubrication systems.
• Operate fixed or mobile equipment and systems used to receive, store, treat, transfer and deliver various liquids, gases and solid commodities, hazardous waste materials or other contaminated liquids.

This is a workforce planning requisition, we will be considering candidates at all levels for contingent and funded openings.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT REPRESENTED POSITION

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and technical training in the applicable area and three years related experience. Must have a valid US driver's license. Must have proven troubleshooting ability, using a systematic approach in the repair of mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment, or lubrication systems. Experience with diesels and heavy equipment maintenance are highly desired.

Physical Requirements

May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting. Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment. Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility. Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules. Variety of equipment used in testing.

Attendance

Full-time work hours. Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. Must be dependable and punctual. Shift work may be required.

Other Essential Functions

Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication. Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Must comply with all "drug free workplace" requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions. Government security clearance may be required in the future. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

• Child Development Center
• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
• Credit Union
• Fitness Center
• Barbershop
• NASA Exchanges
• Flexible Schedule and Telework

Compensation Details

Pay starts at $37.35 an hour. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Original Posting

09/29/2026 - 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.