Submarine Fire Control Technician

Amentum; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Submarine Fire Control Technician in Norfolk, VA to support onboard FTA, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation of SWFTS and associated combat control systems.

Ideal candidates hold an active Secret clearance and have extensive submarine electronics experience. Compensation is hourly under SCA with comprehensive health and welfare benefits, and opportunities for OEM coordination and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Six years of full-time engineering experience onboard submarines in the operation, maintenance, installation, test, or repair of SWFTS and/or weapons handling equipment.
• Eight years of full-time technical experience in the design, installation, test, or repair of electronics systems and equipment.
• Active Secret US Government Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform onboard FTA to checkout, fault isolation, and repair submarine combat control systems.
• Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to ship’s force during maintenance efforts.
• Respond to fleet requests for troubleshooting guidance or assistance; research technical documents at MARMC.
• Create TAVR messages after FTA visits and update FTS database with findings.
• Support MARMC Code 271 with submarine action items and updates to FTS/TAR.
• Coordinate OEM support when required and direct FTA to SWFTS suite when needed.
• Review CASREP/Tech Assist traffic for code 271 messages and keep FTS database current.
• Calibrate government combat test equipment not calibrated by Navy METCAL.
• Participate in TYCOM IA posture transition events and NIWC/SIIMO AIT efforts.

Skills

SWFTS experience

Weapons handling

Job description

Amentum is looking for a Submarine Fire Control Technician in Norfolk, VA, with experience with: AN/BYG-1 (including IA suite), CCS MK1 legacy, AN/BSY-1 legacy, and CV-2953C(P) CSDC.

Is position is currently not funded but expected to be in November 2026.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform onboard FTA to perform checkout, fault isolation, and repair of equipment/system deficiencies of submarine combat control systems

• Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to ship’s force during maintenance efforts

• Provide direct FTA support by responding to fleet requests for troubleshooting guidance or assistance, and part availability or identification. Requests are typically received via telephone and require research of technical documents, which are available at MARMC

• Provide, review, and create TAVR messages upon completion of FTA visits and ensure JCN information for entry into FTS database with the status of problem, findings, and actions taken to the Waterfront Coordinator

• Weekly waterfront operation meeting inputs for MARMC Code 271 submarine action items

• Updates to FTS and TAR for all work accomplished by MARMC Code 271

• Provide for OEM support when required

• Direct FTA to support SWFTS suite when required

• Review incoming CASREP and Tech Assist message traffic for applicable code 271 messages

• Provide updates for the FTS database with respect to CASREP and FTA status for code 271

• Calibrate all government combat test equipment used for FTA that is not able to be calibrated by Navy METCAL

• Perform onboard FTA during TYCOM-scheduled Information Assurance (IA) posture transition events

• Support scheduled submarine NIWC/SIIMO AN/BYG-1Alteration Installation Team (AIT) efforts, as directed by MARMC Code 271. Specific efforts shall include, but not be limited to:

• Technical/logistical support for legacy retained equipment to perform Combat Control pre-testing, rip-out, post-testing, and ECI installation on submarines

• Review and comment on documentation required for ECI installation, to include SUBMEPP Test Procedures

• Support for the installation/logistics of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System on submarines

Minimum Requirements:

• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of full‑time engineering experience onboard submarines in the operation, maintenance, installation, test, or repair of SWFTS and/or weapons handling equipment. Experience in evaluating the material condition of ship systems and implementing corrective action

• GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years of full-time technical experience in the design, installation, test, or repair of electronics systems and equipment

• Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance

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:

$35.00 - 45.00

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:

08/25/2026 - 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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