Strategic Weapons Systems Specialist

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Strategic Weapons Systems Specialist to support a SLBM / SLCM-N fleet documentation program for SSN and SSBN submarines for its customer in Dahlgren, Virginia. The role involves researching technologies and developing procedures for new fleet capabilities, advising the Government, and helping design and review the Navy's new system.

Key responsibilities

• Advise, manage and mentor personnel assigned to the technical documentation function.
• Work with engineers and Fleet personnel on editing and publishing documents such as Fleet Documentation, Operating Procedures and Targeting Tactics.
• Oversee development of operational procedures and track documents from inception to final distribution, correcting problems as they arise.
• Provide the final quality assurance check on all document deliverables.
• Use computer software for document text production and investigate ways to produce documentation electronically.
• Maintain an electronic and/or hardcopy data library of documents.
• Generate documents independently to support research and development scientists and engineers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, scientific or technical discipline, or four years of demonstrated subject-matter expertise, or US Naval operational experience at E4 level or higher.
• Six years of hands-on experience operating and maintaining Strategic Weapon System equipment on SSBN, SSGN or SSN submarines.
• Experience developing and maintaining operating procedures, standard maintenance procedures, casualty and corrective maintenance procedures and other reference documentation for SWS readiness.
• Knowledge of the documentation and equipment it supports, including targeting, operational and training documentation.
• Active SECRET US Government clearance; US citizenship required to obtain it.

Preferred qualifications

• Fire Control Technician (FTG) with SSN Tomahawk experience, or Missile Technician with SSBN/SSGN experience in weapons systems operations and safety procedures.

What we offer

• Salary of $90,000 to $106,000.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.