O&M Technician Crewmember - T-AGOS, SURTASS-E-1

SURTASS O&M Technician -Electronics/SONAR Technician

Amentum is seeking a Operations & Maintenance Electronics or SONAR Technician to work aboard government operated Surveillance Towed Array Sensory System (SURTASS) asset operating at sea. Technicians will be on a 6 month on and 6 month off rotating mission.

As a member of the SURTASS Operation Center (SOC) and the SURTASS team, you will be responsible for the following:

• Perform operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting on all SURTASS mission equipment in accordance with Periodic Maintenance Schedule (PMS) and other reference documents in support of fleet requirements.

• Opportunity to work on SHF SATCOM Communications, Processing, Passive and Active Arrays and other supporting systems.

• Complete basic qualified in SURTASS Operation Center and Array Operation positions and participate in the deployment and retrieval of Tow Arrayed evolutions and all other SURTASS operations.

• Assist the SURTASS Technical Advisor (STA) and other program managers in compiling data, procedures, including maintaining required records and logs, monitoring, and sending record Naval Message Traffic.

• Maintain an accurate logistics inventory as provided by the Government, and provide periodic updates

• May be assigned COMSEC, logistics, 3M or safety collateral duties.

• Required to participate in Amentum and Government Compliance Training programs.

• Share common spaces over lengthy deployment periods and work closely with others in a small working area and in a shipboard environment.

• This position requires close cooperation and working relationships with active-duty military, defense contractors, and government personnel.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have an Associate Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or be a graduate of US Navy Electronics "C" school or equivalent civilian Electronics Technical school dealing directly with the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of: VME computers, digital computers, microprocessors or peripheral/interface equipment, networks, communications system, navigation system and/or sonar system.

• Must have a DoD 8140 IAT Level II and Operating System certification upon start.

• Must have Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent

• Must be proficient with network computers and have a familiarity with operational, schematics, and maintenance publications.

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Demonstrate ability to perform assigned taskings.

• Obtain valid U.S. passport in an expeditious manner.

• Must be capable of passing a Mariner's Physical per COMSCINST 6000.l.c and maintain their medical fitness for this position upon start.

• Secret Clearance required and ability to complete government background investigation and meet eligibility requirements to obtain Top Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Three (3) years' experience of practical hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of, at a minimum, one of the following: Virtual Machine Environment (VME) computers, networks, digital computers, microprocessors, communications systems, navigation systems, and/or sonar systems.

• Surveillance Towed Array Sensory System (SURTASS) mission system background

• Experience with EKMS/COMSEC

• Super High Frequency (SHF) communications IE., WSC-6, WSC-3, CBSP, Intellian systems.

Compensation Details:

$56,000 and up DOE

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:

05/28/2026 - 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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