Mk 75 Weapons Technician

Amentum; Dover (DE); Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense contractor is seeking a Weapons Technician to support International Fleet Support of Mk 75 OTO Melara 76 mm Gun Weapon System. This role requires expertise in Naval Gun Systems, extensive travel to foreign countries, and the ability to train military personnel. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

15 days of paid time off

Qualifications

• 7 to 9 years of Naval Gun Systems related experience required.
• Ability to obtain a secret US government clearance.
• Must be able to work in arduous conditions aboard foreign ships.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex overhaul and repairs of Mk 75 gun mounts and associated equipment.
• Train foreign military personnel in operation and maintenance of Mk 75 gun mount.
• Provide field service support for Mk 75 gun mount.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Mk 75 Gun System

Ability to communicate effectively

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Amentum is actively seeking a Weapons Technician for International Fleet Support of Mk 75 OTO Melara 76 mm Gun Weapon System under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) PMS 326 Follow-On Technical Support (FOTS) contract. The selected candidate for this role will travel periodically to various foreign countries, including customers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Compensation

The annual starting salary rate for this position is between $100,000-$135,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long term and short term disability insurance, 15 days of paid time off, and parental leave.

Essential responsibilities and daily duties

• Perform complex overhaul and repairs of Mk 75 gun mounts and associated equipment

• Provide field service support of Mk 75 gun mount

• Train foreign military personnel in operation and maintenance of Mk 75 gun mount

• Perform functions as necessary to support In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA)

• Perform functions as necessary to support Standard Pierside Maintenance and Repair (SPMR)

• Groom gun mounts using Intermediate Maintenance Standard (IMS) 7111-201-017 for In‐Service Mechanical Adjustments and Timing (ISMAT) and IMS 7111-201-018 for In‐Service Motor Evaluation Program (ISMEP)

• Onsite engineering services to support operational requirements

• Provide timely and comprehensive input for the Monthly Status Report

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Expert working knowledge of the 76mm Mk 75 Gun System Electrical and Electronic systems, including 7 to 9 years of Naval Gun Systems related experience

• Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Passport

• Ability to travel internationally Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) and in the Continental United States (CONUS). Ability to work onsite in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, among other locations

• Ability to work in arduous conditions OCONUS aboard foreign ships and shore-based industrial worksites

• Ability to effectively communicate in all forms.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Ability to obtain a secret US government clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain secret clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 70 lbs

• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift

• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift

• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitively for shift

• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift

• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift

• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift

• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress

• Required to sit at times; use hand to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and climb or balance

• Requires normal demands associated with troubleshooting and repairing Naval Gun Systems installed shipboard while in port

Preferred Qualifications

• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience

• US Navy Gunners Mate (GM) or equivalent (E-6 or above) or equivalent USCG/industry experience

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