Fire Safety Specialist

Amentum is seeking a Fire Safety Specialist for multiple OCONUS locations contingent upon award.

About the role

The Fire Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of fire detection, alarm, control, and suppression systems within the organization. This role requires expertise in fire protection systems and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving fire safety hazards. The specialist will work closely with facility management to maintain a safe environment for all occupants and ensure adherence to relevant codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire detection, alarm, control, and suppression systems to ensure they are functioning properly.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal fire safety regulations and standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact during fire-related emergencies, coordinating with emergency services and implementing evacuation procedures as necessary.
• Develop and deliver fire safety training programs for staff, ensuring all personnel are knowledgeable about fire safety procedures and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of fire safety inspections, incidents, and corrective actions taken. Prepare detailed reports for management review.
• Be available on a call-in basis to address and resolve equipment deficiencies impacting facility operation.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the installation of fire detection, alarm, control, and suppression systems.
• Active Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) from the NFPA or equivalent certification.
• Must possess a SECRET security clearance at the start of the contract and obtain the appropriate clearance (up to TS) within eight (8) months of contract award.
• Proficient in fire protection system design and operation, with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively train and guide staff in fire safety procedures.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours as needed to address fire safety issues or emergencies.
• Reach-back capability with a professional engineer licensee resource available, holding, at a minimum, a National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III.
• Certified technician in fire protection systems, legally qualified to practice in the United States, or possess equivalent qualifications approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

Work Environment

• OCONUS location.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds for short distances, stoop, bend, kneel, walk, and have full dexterity.
• Outside work in hot and cold, or wet weather, is often required. Protective devices are required to avoid injury.

Other Responsibilities

• Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.