Steam Main Propulsion Technician - Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical

Amentum Holdings, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Résumé du poste

Amentum seeks a skilled Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical to provide technical assistance, inspections, troubleshooting and corrective actions on Navy propulsion systems aboard ships or in shipyards. The role requires hands-on operation, documentation, and occasional travel, with MS Office proficiency for reporting.

Responsibilities include overseeing repairs, witnessing performance, and training ship's force during evolutions, while ensuring QA through the QASP and maintaining required

Qualifications

• Experience as Navy Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical or equivalent civilian experience.
• Experience using MARMC’s ESR database and DFS technical reviews.
• 10 years’ experience in operation, repair, maintenance, and assessment of Navy marine gear and related components.
• Experience in GTG reduction gear alignments and machinery vibration analysis.
• 5 years specialized hands-on experience in related naval mechanical systems.
• Experience developing and reviewing Engineering Approved Technical Procedures (EATP).
• Must obtain Category II Vibration Analyst certification within 6 months.
• Recent hands-on experience with the listed equipment (within 18 months).
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and tech manuals; proficient with MS Office for reports.

Responsabilités

• Provide technical assistance, assessments, inspections, troubleshooting, corrective actions and grooming support for Code 263 equipment.
• Observe and document equipment conditions and readings; note out-of-spec values.
• Oversee repairs during shipboard or shipyard operations for compliance with standards.
• Witness shipboard operations to validate performance with ship's force.
• Use measurement/test equipment to collect data for evaluation.
• Prepare written debriefs/reports for government SMEs with photos and history files.
• Provide on-the-job training to ship's force during evolutions.
• Fabricate, assemble, install, store and ship performance materials; procure incidental items.
• Manage contracted personnel to ensure deliverables meet QA surveillance plan.

Connaissances

Navy experience

Vibration analysis

Schematics reading

MS Office

Formation

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Description du poste

Job responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance, assessments, inspections, troubleshooting, corrective actions, adjustment repairs and groom support of Code 263 equipment. Such as Automatic Boiler Control Systems, Main/Auxiliary/Waste Heat Boilers, Main Feed Systems, Main Shaft Seals, Line Shaft Bearings, Main Reduction Gears, Pump alignments and Vibration Analysis.


• Observe/conduct cold/hot checks of equipment, note condition and parameters for any out of specification readings or settings, as requested.


• Conduct oversight of repairs being conducted to engines/equipment for technical completion and standards onboard ships or shipyards.


• Observe operation of specified systems and equipment by ship's force to witness the full range of performance, where possible.


• Use appropriate measuring/test equipment shall be used to obtain data for evaluation.


• Evaluate the findings of the cold/hot checks/inspections and operational checks and oversee ships force accomplishment of adjustments and repairs to the maximum extent possible during the time available.


• Provide a written visit debrief/report to the corresponding government Subject Matter Expert (SME) upon completing each ship visit. Compile information, history files, and labeled digital pictures using Microsoft Office.


• Provide on-the-job training to ship's force during shipboard evolutions. Attend requested conferences or seminars and report discussion outcomes to the government SME.


• Fabricate, assemble, receive, install, remove, inventory, package, store, and ship performance materials. Acquire or procure incidental material items necessary to complete tasks.


• Independently manage execution techniques, control, and supervision of contracted personnel, ensuring deliverables meet the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience as a Navy Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical OR equivalent civilian experience.


• Experience using MARMC’s Engineering Service Request (ESR) database, providing Departure from Specification (DFS) technical reviews to government Branch Head.


• Ten (10) years’ experience in operation, repair, maintenance, and assessment of US Navy Marine Main Reduction Gear, Turning Gear, Line Shaft Bearings, Thrust Bearings, Shaft Seals, Bulkhead Shaft Seals, and Auxiliary Equipment.


• Experience in GTG Reduction Gear alignments, clutch assessment and repairs, and machinery vibration analysis.


• Five (5) years specialized hands-on experience in operation, repair, maintenance, and assessment of US Naval Marine Main Reduction Gear, Turning Gear, Shaft Line Bearings, Thrust Bearings, Main Shaft Seals, Bulkhead Shaft Seals, Gas Turbine Generator Reduction Gear, Emergency Diesel Generator Pedestal Bearings, Air Operated Diaphragm Control Valves and Auxiliary Equipment.


• Experience developing and reviewing Engineering Approved Technical Procedures (EATP).


• Must obtain certification of at least Category II Vibration Analyst, or higher, within six (6) months of task order award or new employee onboarding.


• Must have recent (within 18 months) hands-on experience with operation, repair, maintenance, and assessment of respective equipment.


• In substitution of the above requirements, a degreed Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university with at least three (3) years of experience in mechanical repairs and troubleshooting of rotating machinery.


• Must have working knowledge of Navy assessment programs, shipboard visit processes, and formal reporting methods.


• Demonstrated ability to read schematics, blueprints, and tech manuals. Proficient in Microsoft Office for compiling reports and formatting/enhancing digital report photos.


• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills for writing technical report findings and debriefing government SMEs.


• The position requires the ability to work onboard US Navy ships and access ship repair industrial facilities.


• The position may require travel.


• Must have an Active Secret Clearance. US government clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance.

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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

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:

10/30/2026 - 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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