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Submarine Electronic Warfare Technician

Pearl Harbor, HI; Pearl Harbor; Hawaii; HI; Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Step out of uniform, but keep the mission alive. Amentum is looking for a skilled Submarine Electronic Warfare Technician to join our team in Hawaii. If you've worked with advanced systems like the AN/BLQ-10 ESM and thrived in high-stakes environments, this is your chance to continue serving national defense-while building your civilian career.

Why Join Us

  • Transition seamlessly from a military to civilian career while continuing to serve national security.
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and paths for advancement.
  • Make an immediate impact - your expertise directly supports the fleet and the mission.

What You'll Do

  • Install, monitor, and service SWFTS Tech-Insertion & APB cycles of AN/BLQ-10 ESM systems at Naval sites
  • Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and testing of cutting-edge electronic warfare equipment.
  • Support engineering teams with system upgrades, certifications, and validations to keep submarines mission-ready.
  • Review change proposals and execute Engineering Change Instructions that shape the future of undersea warfare.

Who We're Looking For: (Minimum Requirements)

  • Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain an Active Secret Clearance.
  • Seven (7) years of practical experience and High School diploma/GED OR Five (5) years practical experience and an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, math, or science; or Formal electronics training from: Technical School, or Class A or B military school in electronics or communications; or four-year electronics apprentice program.
  • Practical experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and/or repair of C5I and/or NC3 systems/equipment.
  • Experience in the maintenance/repair and/or installation disciplines.
  • Experience in design, preparation, and modification of engineering documents, and drawings.
  • Excellent communications and analytical skills.
  • Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge across multiple submarine platforms and SWFTS systems.
  • SSEP ESM Groom Team experience
  • Former Navy Submarine or Electronic Warfare Technicians (ET, EW, or equivalent).
  • Direct experience with AN/BLQ-10 systems required.
  • Strong background in sonar, radar, cryptologic, or tactical communications systems.
  • Problem-solver with the ability to perform under pressure and thrive in collaborative environments.

Service Contract Act (SCA)

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation

The minimum starting hourly rate for this position is $29.74 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short term disability insurance, 15 days of paid time off, 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year, and parental leave.

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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