Weather Technician - SFRC Contract

Amentum company; California; On-site; USD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Weather Systems Technician for the Space Force Range Contract in California. You will operate, maintain, and repair weather instrumentation and radar systems to ensure accurate data for mission planning and operations.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in electronics, an associate degree or technical schooling, the ability to read schematics, use scopes, analyzers, and meters, and the willingness to travel to remote sites. DoD Secret Clearance is required or attainable.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of electronics experience or related range experience.
• Associate degree or two-year technical schooling or equivalent military experience.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and communicate technical information.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb Weather Towers.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair weather instrumentation and radar systems.
• Display understanding of weather sensor and radar systems.
• Keep accurate records and communicate findings clearly.
• Work independently or in a team environment.
• Travel to remote sites for maintenance as needed.

Skills

Weather sensors

Radar systems

Record keeping

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in electronic technology

Two-year technical school

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Analyzers

Meters

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Weather Systems Technician for the Space Force Range Contract.

Typical Duties

• Operate, maintain, and repair Weather Tower instrumentation, Doppler Radar Wind Profilers, Lightning Detection systems, Rawinsonde/Radiosonde systems, Ocean Surveillance Radar RF and control systems, subsystems and components.
• Displays a thorough understanding of weather sensor systems and radar systems.
• Good record keeping and verbal communications skills.
• Works well independently and in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Two or more years of applicable experience in electronics and electrical theory or applicable range experience desired.
• Associate degree in electronic technology, or two (2) year technical school, or equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Computer operation and software skills to maximize productivity software and data systems.
• Ability to work independently while in a team environment satisfactorily complete daily tasks, solve technical problems and deal with variable situations where multiple standards may exist.
• Ability to use highly technical test equipment like oscilloscopes, analyzers, and meters.
• Ability to read and interpret information from technical manuals, schematics, procedures, and to communicate this information to co-workers.
• Ability to learn from experienced Weather Systems technicians.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move 50 pounds
• Must be able to occasionally travel to remote sites to perform maintenance
• Ability to climb Weather Towers up to 300 feet
• The ability to work independently
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $34.06 – $42.53 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

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

Compensation Details

42.53

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

10/14/2026 - 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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