Amentum

Mechanical Field Engineer

Amentum$83K — $93K *
Odon, IN 47562In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a technical discipline, or equivalent training
  • 1-5 years of relevant industry experience
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and designing solutions from a broad perspective
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret US Government Clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen to secure a Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to test objectives and write planning documents for test missions
  • Verify and validate requirements using support equipment
  • Serve as a liaison with customers throughout the design and testing phases
  • Apply knowledge of design specifications on complex projects
  • Document system milestones and transition support
  • Participate in the installation and checkout of systems at test sites
  • Provide expertise and support for post-shipyard availability and sea trials

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

The selected candidate will be part of the engineering team supporting engineering tasks, development, design, and testing of support equipment and systems.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to development of test objectives, instrumentation, and data requirements, writing test planning documents, scheduling program activities, planning and conducting test missions.
  • Use of support equipment for verification and validation of requirements, hardware troubleshooting and technology transfer considerations to load and remove assets and launch vehicles as needed.
  • Direct interface and liaison with internal and external customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities, design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
  • Apply comprehensive knowledge of design specifications on more complex systems/projects.
  • Transition support and document verification/validation of system milestones
  • Participate in the mobilization, demobilization, and execution of installation and checkout of systems and support equipment at test sites.
  • Provide Subject Matter Expertise and troubleshooting support for all Post Shipyard Availability Dock and Seatrial support.
  • Operate equipment as well as provide on-the-job training for USN personnel and support personnel as needed.
  • Inform support equipment maintenance and additional support equipment needs or modifications.
  • Support system and subsystem testing, including travel to test sites as required.
  • Conduct site visits, experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, proposes solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations.
  • Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

 Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical discipline or formal academic/vocational/military training
  • 1-5 years of related experience in the field of specialty
  • Must have the ability to investigate, troubleshoot and design solutions to problems from a broad perspective
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Compensation Details:

$83,000-$93,000

       

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:

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.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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