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Stationary Steam Engineer

Hampton, VA; Hampton; Virginia; VA; Hampton, Virginia; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

This is an IAMAW Union position – Hourly rate is $37.40

The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA Langley Research Center. This position reports directly to the Steam Plant supervisor. All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and professionalism. All safety policies and procedures must be followed.

Responsibilities

Operation of boilers, air compressors, air dryers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment. Observes, interprets, and records readings on gauges, meters, and charts, which register various aspects of boiler, boiler subsystems and other utility systems operations both on-site and remote. Adjust controls to ensure safe and efficient boiler operations and to meet demands for steam and high-temperature water. Keeps all main and auxiliary machinery and equipment of the system in good working order. Performs Operator Maintenance to include lubricating, and emergency/minor repairs. Assists maintenance personnel during facility outages to include repairs to boiler room equipment, including pumps valves, piping, and other auxiliary equipment. Performs a variety of administrative duties such as typing, filing and generating reports, assisting with the development of SOP's, drawings, and ISO documents. May be required to work an off-shift or rotating shift environment to include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required. ASOPE or NUILPE Operating Engineer's license is required or 8 years work experience plus an apprenticeship or equivalent training period in a designated field, craft, or trade that can be documented by a certificate or diploma from a reputable organization, military, school, or trade school program.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Test Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals, and industrial facilities. (90%)

Travel between various facilities and during test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment operation. (10%)

Respond to casualties (equipment failures) that require climbing straight ladders (fixed) and operate large hand valves with or without chain operator. (2%)

Physical Requirements

Visual and physical (hands on) contact of test related systems, hardware, articles.

Requires climbing, crawling, bending, and body mobility. (30%)

Lifting, carrying, exerting pressure up to 35 lbs. (10%)

Ability to distinguish basic colors (10%)

Corrected vision (100%)

Hearing (100%)

Equipment and Machines

Boilers, air compressors, air dryers, pumps, fans, turbines, and other auxiliary equipment.

Attendance

Regular attendance mandatory (100%). Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (20%)

Other Essential Functions:

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Valid Real ID compliant identification –www.dhs.gov/real-id
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required for this specific position.
  • Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
  • Must put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
  • Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others.
  • The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client organization.
  • Must be able to balance scope, schedule, and budget to ensure program success.
  • Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.

Compensation Details:

$37.40

Original Posting:

05/01/2026 - 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.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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