Amentum is seeking a Machinist to support the Space Force Range contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate and assemble tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures and small components of non-complex electro/mechanical, radar, telemetry, weather, communications, and optical instrumentation systems under guidance of qualified personnel
- Perform lathe and milling machine work to tolerances no less than .005”
- Perform occasional corrosion control activities, including but not limited to surface preparation, sand blasting, spot painting and touchup
- Perform non-complex mechanical tasks
- Assist with silver soldering, assembly, fabrication and modification to all wave-guide installation and repair tasks
- Assist in solving difficult and unusual fabrication problems under the guidance of qualified personnel and perform modification repairs as required.
- Perform other related duties for general Level 2 Depot maintenance as assigned
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe work area
- Skilled at reading blueprints, sketches, and designs
- Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical/trade school certification or equivalent apprenticeship training
- Two years’ related fabrication experience
- Experience with supply and property procedures
- Thorough knowledge of mechanical machinery
- Working knowledge of corrosion control technology
- Working knowledge of hazardous materials and waste management
- Ability to frequently climb elevated antenna structures and work from heights up to 30 feet
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time
- Ability to operate corrosion control equipment/tools
- Ability to use coolants, cutting and lubricating liquids
- Ability to operate shop crane, forklift, and trucks to 1½ tons
- The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
- Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within six months
- Must be able to travel 30-40% locally, within the Continental U.S and Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS)
- Salary is based on the collective bargaining agreement
Compensation Details:
$36.76
Original Posting:
02/26/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
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Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.
