Mechanical Systems Technician II

Essential Functions

• Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.
• Coordinating eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Standing.
• Sitting.
• Seeing and hearing with or without correction.
• Climbing and maintaining ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds from ground level, waist level and overhead.
• Carrying up to 25 pounds for 20 yards.
• Frequent: Bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting, and crawling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.
• Ability to: Following set procedures and standards.
• Applying basic mathematical skills.
• Planning work and selecting proper tools.
• Comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Following oral and written directions, plans and blueprints.
• Ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Required Skills

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the field or related area.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to assist with the work of others.
• Proficient operational experience in standard and complex mechanical equipment and systems.
• Proficient knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within assigned work area.
• Demonstrated ability to train on and certify in one or more primary duty stations, test systems, or other facility equipment in assigned work area.

Preferences

• Intermediate level of proficiency in metal fabrication and welding.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications on a standard PC.

Why Join Our Team?

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Much, much more!

Physical Requirements

• Requires Constant: Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.
• Coordinating eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Standing.
• Sitting.
• Seeing and hearing with or without correction.
• Climbing and maintaining ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds from ground level, waist level and overhead.
• Carrying up to 25 pounds for 20 yards.
• Requires frequent: Bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting, and crawling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.
• Ability to: Following set procedures and standards.
• Applying basic mathematical skills.
• Planning work and selecting proper tools.
• Comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Following oral and written directions, plans and blueprints.
• Ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment

• Warehouse or lab environment.
• Exposure to uneven ground levels, high or low elevations, confined areas, various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc., extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.
• Other JSC Test Facility.

Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (computer/printer/copier/telephone).
• Vacuum pumps.
• Helium leak detector.
• Passenger van.
• Forklift.
• Man-lift.
• Tubing flare machine.
• Pipe threading machine.
• Mill.
• Lathe.
• Drill press.
• Band saw (vertical & horizontal).
• Grinder.
• Sander.
• Shear.
• Sheet metal brake.
• Welder (gas & arc).
• Plasma cutter.
• Hand-held power tools.
• Basic and complex mechanics hand tools.

Attendance

• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Compensation Details

• TN2 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

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Roth retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Original Posting

• Original Posting: 07/08/2026 - 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• 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.