Junior Technician

Amentum

Vandenberg Afb, CAOn-siteFull time
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Pay
$29 to $36
an hour
Location
Vandenberg Afb, CA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 19
1 day ago
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About the company

Amentum

Defense and Space Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

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What you'll do

  • The Junior Technician assists with depot-level repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical systems and mission equipment.
  • Responsibilities also include supporting equipment installations, performing shop documentation, and working at heights on towers or man-lifts.

What you need

  • Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and up to two years of related experience with basic electronic principles.
  • The role requires the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and the physical capability to work at heights and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Education: a high school diploma

Key skills

TroubleshootingEquipment maintenanceElectronic principlesMechanical repairHydraulicsPneumaticsRiggingCrane operationTechnical documentationMicrosoft OfficeHand toolsPower toolsForklift operationSafety complianceOSHA standardsCommunication skills

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Perks

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Pet insurance

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Amentum is seeking a Junior Technician for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties Assist with Depot and engineering related repairs, refurbishments, and maintenance on Prime Mission Equipment (PME). Assist with inspections, troubleshooting, adjusting, aligning, repair/refurbish/replace, bearing, seals, gears, motors, pumps, dehydrators, heat exchangers, compressors, antenna/pedestals, hydraulic/pneumatics sub-systems, various other electro-mechanical system components, various types of cable assemblies, coax, and waveguide. Assist with rigging and crane-lifts support. Assist maintenance on Depot Shop equipment, including record-keeping/documentation. Provide support to equipment installations/modifications and removals. Climb or work from towers, platforms, ladders, scissor lifts, 45’/80’ man-lifts, 170’ Condor man-lift. Complete assigned training in a timely manner to establish a level of proficiency and certification essential for mission support. Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety, security, and timekeeping. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements High School diploma or equivalent. Zero to two years related experience and/or knowledge of basic electronic principles. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Experience with hand/power tools, shop equipment, forklifts. Good comprehension of equipment manuals. Ability to become knowledgeable with Environmental and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to free climb or work from high-reach equipment at heights more than 150’. Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to sustain prolonged periods of standing, kneeling and or repeated stooping. May be required to travel in support of work at off base locations. The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project, Depot Unscheduled Depot Level Maintenance (UDLM) or Emergency Depot Level Maintenance (EDLM) requirements. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship. Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement. Valid U.S. Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. Salary and Other Compensation The annual starting salary for this position is between $28.62–$35.73 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually. Compensation Details: 35.73 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 10/16/2026 - 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.

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