J-AOS O&M Technical Crewmember – Technical Advisor-3

Amentum


Job Location:

Hiroshima - Japan

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 12 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as SURTASS Technical Advisor for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach VA. The candidate will be responsible for participating in the planning execution and reporting of new and existing SURTASS equipment installations. This position is independent position that requires the candidate to work with no supervision lead a small team of technicians lead technical repair activities. The candidate will be an onsite manager leading their small team and coordinating port services and other activities to support ships Mission Readiness Availability and Mission Readiness Reviews (MRR/MRA) between operational missions at sea.

Duties include review of all incoming and outgoing communications. Responsible to resolve or request technical support for repairs to the program office. Responsible for daily operations of the SURTASS Operations Center (SOC) to include array evolutions message transmission equipment preventive and corrective maintenance and responding to program office inquiries. Direct interaction with embarked entities in support of array evolutions mission requirements communications plans port entry/departure and security of all SURTASS controlled spaces (physical and electronic). Ensure all rules and regulations are followed and report when there are any violations. Responsible for the training of new personnel and continued training of experienced personnel. Acts as the Commanding Officer of the onboard COMSEC account.

Candidate must have served as an O&M Technician Crewmember and meet the qualification requirements listed in the SURTASS O&M Technician CTQM. Candidate should reside in the Host Country to provide emergent support when required.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Basic proficiency in speaking writing and reading Japanese.
  • Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent military class C electronics maintenance school
  • Five (5) years experience of practical hands-on experience in the operations maintenance troubleshooting and repair of secure networks and communications systems navigations systems and sonar systems.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work as a task lead as required.
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Qualified in all SURTASS positions
  • DOD 8140 IAT Level II Certification
  • Experience on U.S. Navy electronics equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 600 sea day on the SURTASS program
  • Worked in position under instruction for 2 missions.
  • Background in EKMS/COMSEC.

Compensation Details:

$56000 and up DOE

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-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/03/2026 - 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.

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as SURTASS Technical Advisor for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach VA. The candidate will be responsible for participating in the planning execution and reporting of new and existing SURTASS equipment installations. This pos...

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