SURTASS Field Support Technician

Amentum; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is hiring several Field Support Technicians (FSTs) to support the SURTASS program. This role is based at JEB Little Creek, Virginia Beach, VA, and requires domestic and international travel as needed.

FSTs ensure SURTASS systems are ready and operational at all times. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintenance, installations, testing, and thorough documentation in reports and work requests.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or technical related field with five or more years of experience.
• Currently possess DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret upon hire.
• Pass a mariner’s Physical and maintain medical fitness for the position.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain an international driving permit.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for SURTASS mission systems, including troubleshooting, repairs, testing, and system restoration.
• Maintain and repair SURTASS equipment and pier-side gear; document all work.
• Install and test hardware/software; verify system performance and readiness.
• Document labor, resources, and time in JSN/MSC WKRQ system.”
• Review and update technical manuals and maintenance procedures.
• Deliver in-port refresher training to shipboard technicians.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

System maintenance & repair

Shipboard training

Travel readiness

Education

Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or technical field

Tools

UNIX

LINUX

GCCS-M

GPS

SURTASS systems

Job description

This position is contingent upon the identification of a candidate whose expertise meets our strategic needs, at which point a dedicated, funded opening will be established. We are proactively seeking a standout professional for whom we will finalize a formal role.

Amentum is seeking several Field Support Technicians (FSTs) to support the Surveillance Towed Array Sensor System (SURTASS) program. This position is based at JEB Little Creek, Virginia Beach, VA, and requires domestic and international travel as needed. FSTs are vital team members who ensure SURTASS systems are ready and operational at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for SURTASS mission systems, including troubleshooting, repairs, testing, and system restoration. Document all activities in detailed reports.
• Maintain and Repair Systems: Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and repairs on SURTASS mission equipment and pier-side gear while documenting all work.
• Install and Test Equipment: Complete hardware/software installations, test system performance, and verify readiness.
• Log maintenance actions in the Job Sequence Number (JSN)/Military Sealift Command (MSC) Work Request (WKRQ) system, ensuring thorough documentation of labor, resources, and time used.
• Review and suggest updates to technical manuals, publications, and maintenance procedures to improve accuracy and effectiveness.
• Conduct TL-29A system grooming and module balancing as part of routine maintenance.
• Provide Training: Deliver in-port refresher training to shipboard technicians and ensure proper documentation.
• Emergency Support: Be available 24/7 to handle urgent technical issues and minimize downtime.
• Documentation and Upgrades: Keep system records updated, review technical changes, and assist with implementing new equipment or updates.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) crews, technical authorities, government representatives, and contractors.
• Be prepared for CONUS and OCONUS travel, including short-notice assignments and up to 3-month deployments.
• Work on ships at sea, rotating shifts, and hours exceeding 40 per week as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or technical related field with five or more years of experience. Additional years of experience, training, and/or certifications may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
• Currently possess DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance level upon hire.
• Possess or ability to obtain a valid U.S. passport.
• Thorough understanding of COTS maintenance requirements, and open architecture implications as well as, understanding of the administration of the U.S. Navy Maintenance Material Management System (3M).
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and provide training to shipboard assigned electronic maintenance technicians.
• Position may require the ability to perform in an arduous environment.
• Able to pass a mariner’s Physical per COMSCINST 6000.1.c and must maintain their medical fitness for the position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to obtain an international driving permit to drive on the left side of the road if needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of US Navy electronics “C” school or equivalent civilian electronics technical school. Curriculum must have dealt directly with industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of communications systems, navigations systems, and sonar surveillance systems.
• Fours (4) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of SURTASS ARRAYS which includes: TL-29A Twin-line, Low Frequency Active (LFA), Compact Low Frequency Active (CLFA) and High Frequency Marine Mammal Mitigation Sonar (HFM3).
• Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of the SURTASS PROCESSING SUBSYSTEMS which includes: ICP, UNIX based processing systems, LINUX, Windows, GCCS-M, GPS (Commercial and MIL-STD) & SURTASS COMMS SUBSYSTEMS which includes: SHF, UHF SATCOM and LOS, HF, IFF, SECURE VOICE and DATA CRYPTOs, CMS, EKMS, KMI, SIPRNET, ADNS/CFCP, SIPR and NIPRNET.
• Experienced in civilian and/or military operations.

Compensation Details

$56,000 and up

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

10/01/2026 - 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.