Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Amentum is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with the technical expertise to implement solutions, evaluate products, and build upon an infrastructure that supports the changing needs of our customers. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for preparing and/or maintaining operations documentation, procedures, and methods including user manuals and reference manuals. Provides or coordinates special documentation services as required. Competent to work at a high level of all phases of documentation and may act as project leader.

The unique test site supports a program that is perpetually in planning, integration, and test execution. This fast-paced environment requires initiative, teamwork, and the ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels. The team is multi-organizational, with roles spanning from senior program managers to engineers, on-site technicians, logistics, budget, and more. It is critical for this role to communicate complex ideas to a broad and occasionally non-technical audience in support of program priorities.

The environment demands attention to detail while maintaining focus on the big picture and execution within the broader strategy.

• Review and maintain engineering documentation including auditing the design engineering and producing technical specifications; support the process of integration.
• Work with document management representatives to ensure all project documentation is complete and stored in the appropriate repositories.
• Resolve field-initiated questions on engineering, visit job sites, assist in resolving technical issues, and provide resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical reports; demonstrate the ability to audit designs.
• Implement design configuration and ensure, via controlled and authorized change, that the design configuration is declared and maintained.
• Engage in testing facility projects, change management, and collaboration with field personnel.
• Prepare engineering changes and manage preparation of supporting and affected documents.
• Possess US citizenship and security clearance eligibility.

• Technical degree (BA/BS) and 3 to 10+ years of related experience, or 15 years of relevant experience in an engineering field; degree in an engineering discipline is preferable.
• Experience with variable frequency drive motors, pneumatic systems, and/or hydraulic systems is preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical reports; ability to audit designs.
• Experience with documentation processes and ensuring project documentation is complete and properly stored.
• Hands-on experience with integration and testing; capable of technical leadership to modernize testing platforms.
• US Citizenship and security clearance eligibility.

• Significant experience with integration and testing; ability to lead a technical team and implement cradle-to-grave, quick-react solutions.
• Ability to participate in maintenance and integration walk-throughs to ensure site understanding and preparation for upcoming activity (operational, technical, and logistical).
• Experience in a DOD-related test program is preferred.

• The base salary range for this position is $125k to $145k; compensation varies by location and other factors. For remote positions, the salary is geographic dependent.
• Amentum health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance; 401k plan; possibly a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan; 17 vacation days per year; 11 paid holidays; caregiver leave; stock purchase opportunities; and a possibility of a performance discretionary bonus.

Typical salary range for this position is $ to $ and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

• Essential Functions for Position
• Physical Requirements: May include lifting up to forty (30) pounds as necessary.
• Work Environment: Inside or outside work depending on task; may involve cubicle work, varying lighting, and environmental conditions; no unusual hazards expected.
• Equipment and Machines: Ability to operate office equipment and possess relevant licenses for heavy and light equipment, or the ability to obtain them.
• Attendance: Standard hours with flexibility for surge situations; attendance is essential unless on approved leave programs.
• Other
  
  Essential Functions:
  
  Professional behavior, clear English communication, appropriate grooming, safe driving practices, and travel up to 10% to customer or test locations; may require airline travel and potential POV accommodations.