Marine Diesel Mechanic

Amentum is actively seeking a Marine Diesel Mechanic with expertise in small craft and shipboard propulsion and auxiliary systems. This position is ideally suited for individuals with Engineering Department experience proficient in Marine Propulsion Electrical Auxiliary and control systems. Work is performed at a Navy Training Command located at Naval Amphibious NAB Coronado CA.ResponsibilitiesConduct preventive and corrective maintenanceOperate and control casualties of propulsion systems in-port and underway on small navy watercraftExecute pre-start and post-operation checksAdhere to Amentums Ethics Program Workplace Environment and Occupational Safety standardsMaintain cleanliness of assigned work areas or craftMinimum QualificationsMust be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Naval Base security access clearance. Note US Citizenship is required for facility credentialsauthorization at this work locationFive 5 years of experience as a Navy EnginemanNavy Construction MechanicNavy Electricians Mate OR equivalent civilian experienceExperience as a Navy EnginemanNavy Construction MechanicNavy Electricians Mate OR equivalent civilian experienceQualified as a Navy Second Class Swimmer or equivalentAvailability to work alternate schedules as required by training needsWillingness to work occasional overtimeAbility to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and conditionsPreferred QualificationsPrior experience as a Navy Engineman Electrician or Electronics Technician with Improved Navy Lighterage System INLS Maritime Prepositioning Force Utility Boat MPFUB Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo LARC Combat Rubber Raiding Craft CRRC or Amphibious Bulk Liquid Transfer System ABLTSFamiliarity with CAT C18 & C4.4 John Deere 6081 Cummins QSM-11 Evinrude Outboard Engines Hamilton and Wartsila Waterjets hydraulic and electrical systemsExperience with 460 and 115 Vac distribution systems 24 Vdc diesel engine electronic control systems and programmable logic controllersExperience performing preventive and corrective maintenance and preservation of Navy small craft Service Contract Act SCA Compensation & BenefitsThis is an hourly overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act SCA. In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA and in addition to your base hourly rate you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future. Compensation Details28.44 - 35.01 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 OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote 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 provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11102026 - Until FilledAmentum 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 atLabor Laws Posters.