DRU Systems Maintenance Specialist

  • R0161534
  • On Site
  • Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, United States
  • Full time
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Amentum is seeking a Technical Maintenance Specialist for the Space Force Range Contract  

Typical Duties

  • Responsible for performing Program Depot Maintenance (PDM); Unscheduled & Emergency Depot Level Maintenance (UDLM & EDLM) activities on instrumentation systems. 
  • Lead the inspection, troubleshooting, adjustment, alignment, repair, refurbishment, and corrosion control of Range Prime Mission Equipment (PME).
  • Resolve equipment outages and alarms quickly and provide timely problem escalation.
  • Provide technical direction and/or training during equipment installation, modification, and preventative/corrective maintenance as required.
  • Perform equipment maintenance, equipment/system status reporting duties in accordance with the Integrated Organizational and Depot Maintenance Plan (IODMP).
  • Document maintenance actions and track man hours/material costs for assigned tasks.
  • Provide Depot support for new systems and systems under modification in relation to requirements, design, test, and acceptance technical reviews.
  • Assist with the development of Depot and engineering schedules.
  • Perform technical duties in an electronic shop environment or out in the field.
  • Facilitate system initiatives and support projects that are being developed or installed.
  • Promote process improvements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements

  • Associate degree in a related technical field degree or technical or military school or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  • Seven (7) or more years of experience in an applicable technical field with a focus on maintenance and troubleshooting. Range instrumentation subsystem experience preferred.
  • Proficient in electronic, mechanical, troubleshooting, repairing, identifying, and isolating technical issues and maintaining range instrumentation equipment. 
  • Knowledgeable in the type of operations, calibrations, and maintenance of the various subsystem instruments supporting the Vandenberg Space Force Base mission. 
  • Good comprehension of Range instrumentation subsystem operational roles supporting Western Range missions. 
  • Knowledge of Environmental and OSHA Standards, preferred. 
  • Knowledge of ISO9000 Quality inspection process, preferred. 
  • Knowledge of IPC A-600 standards, preferred. 
  • Ability to lift equipment and components up to 35 pounds.  
  • Ability to travel on occasion in support of work at off-base locations. 
  • The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project, depot emergency repairs, UDLM or EDLM requirements. 
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Salary and Other Compensation

  • The starting hourly range for this position is $42.56 - $52.26. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays annually.

       

Compensation Details:

$52.26

       

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:

06/01/2026 - 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.

       

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. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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