Mechanical Technician

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Mechanical Technician for the COMET contract at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The contract covers ground systems, flight hardware processing and launch operations supporting the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, the Space Launch System, Orion and Launch Services programs. The position is full-time, collective bargaining agreement represented, and candidates at all levels are considered for contingent and funded openings.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain, modify, refurbish, clean, troubleshoot, repair, adjust, calibrate, verify, certify, check out and operate fixed or mobile systems such as mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic and lubrication systems.
• Operate equipment used to receive, store, treat, transfer and deliver liquids, gases, solids, hazardous waste and other contaminated materials.
• Work inside and outside the test complex, walk on uneven terrain, climb ladders and platforms, and possibly travel daily between site areas.
• Complete all work safely according to NASA and company standards, wearing hearing and eye protection and other PPE; quick evacuation from the hazardous testing facility is required.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical training in the area and three years of related experience.
• Valid US driver's license.
• Proven troubleshooting ability with a systematic approach to mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment or lubrication systems.
• Experience with diesels and heavy equipment maintenance is highly desired.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb stairs and walk on uneven ground, and to evacuate quickly in an emergency.
• Dependable, punctual, able to write and speak clearly, and willing to travel, including by air, to support the position.

Required skills

• Troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, pneumatic and diesel systems.
• Heavy equipment and diesel maintenance.

What we offer

• Pay starting at $37.35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Possible partial telework and flexible schedule, depending on department needs.
• On-site amenities such as a child development center, fitness center, credit union and discounted attraction tickets.