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Submarine Navigation Technician

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

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is looking for a Navigation Systems technician experienced with preventive and corrective maintenance with Virginia Class and/or Los Angeles Submarine Navigation, Radar and Interior Communications systems. Applicants with a strong technical experience with SSBN/SSGN systems are encouraged to apply.

Essential Responsibilities:

Perform onboard, Fleet Technical Assistance (FTA) to analyze system operational performance checks, fault isolation, and repair of equipment/system deficiencies of submarine Navigation, Radar and Interior Communications systems.

Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to ship’s force during maintenance efforts.

Provide direct FTA support by responding to fleet requests for trouble shooting guidance, technical assistance, and part identification and availability. These requests are received via telephone and/or naval messages, and require research of technical documents, which are available at MARMC.

Provide, review, and create Technical Assist Visit Report (TAVR) messages upon completion of all FTA visits and ensure JCN information for entry into FTS database with status of problem, findings, and actions taken to the Waterfront Coordinator.

Weekly waterfront operation meeting inputs for MARMC Code 273A submarine action items.

Updates to FTS and TAR for all work accomplished by MARMC Code 273A

Provide for OEM support when required.

Direct FTA to support SWFTS suite when required.

Review incoming CASREP and Tech Assist message traffic for applicable code 273A messages.

Provide updates for the FTS database with respect to CASREP and FTA status for code 273A.

Calibrate all government test equipment used for FTA, not able to be calibrated by Navy METCAL.

Perform onboard FTA during TYCOM scheduled Information Assurance (IA) posture transition events.

Support scheduled submarine NIWC/SIIMO Alteration Installation Team (AIT) efforts, as directed by MARMC Code 273A. Specific efforts shall include, but not be limited to:

Technical/logistical support for legacy retained equipment to perform pre-testing, rip-out, post testing, and ECI installation on submarines

Review and comment on documentation required for ECI installation to include SUBMEPP Test Procedures.

Support for the installation/logistics of submarine Navigation, Radar and Interior Communications systems.

Minimum Requirements:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of full-time engineering experience onboard submarines in the operation, maintenance, installation, test, or repair of submarine systems and equipment including submarine electronics, antennas, radar/VMS systems, navigational systems, and Interior Communications systems.

Experience in evaluating the material condition of ship systems and implementing corrective action.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years of full-time technical experience in the design, installation, test, or repair of electronics systems and equipment.

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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