Amentum · 16 hours ago
Fuel Dist Systems Mech Tech-A
Vandenberg Village, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$53.89/hr - $53.89/hr
5+ years expAmentum is a company that focuses on providing advanced technical solutions in various fields. They are seeking a Fuel Dist Systems Mechanical Technician to assist in overseeing operations related to hazardous propellants, cryogenic fluids, and high-pressure gases, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Assist the Lead to direct and control the operation, maintenance and repair of multiple hazardous propellant, cryogenic and high pressure gas storage and distribution systems. May include associated delivery and support systems, such as life support systems, vacuum pumps, compression pumps, rolling stock, etc. Initiates and controls the movement and storage of these commodities using both direct and remote communication media
Assist the Lead to provide technical guidance in the performance of actual, and/or valet service for life support operations, post-operations inspection and testing, and annual maintenance and repairs. Life support operations involves the donning and doffing of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and Self Contained Atmospheric Personnel Ensembles (SCAPE) during the handling of highly toxic, hazardous gases and propellants
Provides technical guidance on, and inspects, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs, various types of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) life support equipment, such as, Environmental Control Units (ECU), Emergency Breathing Apparatus (EBA), Emergency Life Support Apparatus (ELSA), Ingress/Egress units, and SCBA Draeger units
Directs and controls the inspection, periodic testing, repair and replacement of high pressure gas bottles, tanks, pipelines, valves, regulators and ancillary equipment for malfunction, leaks and deterioration indicators. Applies specialized experience to identify and mitigate potentially hazardous situations
Directs and controls work from drawings, sketches and written directions on how to install low and high pressure distribution systems. Directs and controls fabrication and installation of gage and pressure control panels
Directs and controls acceptance testing of hydrostatic, pneumatic, thermal, and electrical equipment and systems. Directs and controls fabrication and installation of gage and pressure control panels
Directs and controls disassembly, problem diagnosis and repair of hazardous propellant, cryogenic and high pressure system components, equipment and facilities required to maintain operational status
Directs and controls the transfer (loading and unloading to and from tanks, pipelines, etc.), storage and transportation of hazardous propellant commodities, cryogenic fluids and high pressure gasses to customers/users. Directs and controls conduct of blowdown and pressure cycle operations required to change trailer service from one high pressure gas medium to another
Ensures that subordinate technicians receive extensive operations and safety training and adhere to all safety procedures for working in hazardous areas and with hazardous materials and equipment
May operate tractor-trailer, general-purpose vehicle, and forklift equipment as required
Produces and controls maintenance and operational records of the activities in each assigned functional area
Performs other related duties as assigned or required by management
Qualification
Required
High school education, or equivalent, with five years experience in the same or closely related work
A minimum of two years experience must be in the same type work
Requires a history in growth of responsibility in a complex technical environment
If required, must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the Department of Defense
Preferred
Current Class A, or ability to be trained and obtain a Class A CDL
Current (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence certification or ability to obtain
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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