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Submarine Weapons Launch Systems Technician

Groton, CT; Groton; Connecticut; CT; Groton, Connecticut; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Submarine Technical Support Center (STSC) in Groton, CT is looking for a highly motivated and experienced technician to become part of the STSC team.

The employee will be responsible for performing the following:

  • Provide highly skilled technical support and serve as a regional technical authority for direct fleet support of Atlantic Fleet Submarines
  • Apply knowledge of engineering theory and methodology in the analysis and resolution of problems encountered in submarine technical support/field service engineering assignments
  • Provide shipboard, in-shop, and at-sea technical assistance on controversial problems that have been determined to be beyond the capability of organizational/intermediate level activities and ship repair facilities

Minimum Requirements

  • Eight (8) years of full-time technical experience in the mechanical/electrical/electronic systems/equipment
  • Six (6) years of full-time engineering experience onboard submarines in the operation, maintenance, installation, test, or repair of combat systems and/or weapons handling equipment. Experience in evaluating the material condition of ship systems and implementing corrective action
  • Must have an active secret US government clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to maintain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Qualified in Submarines
  • Experience in the operations, troubleshooting, and repair of Weapons Shipping, Handling, and Launching Systems on the 774 Class submarines

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation: The annual hourly rate for this position is $34.00 - $39.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay 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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