Marine Engine Mechanic - Diego Garcia

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Marine Engine Mechanic to support a US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The role covers the inspection, maintenance, repair and overhaul of marine propulsion systems, watercraft and waterfront support equipment, performing mechanical work on gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and associated marine equipment while complying with safety, environmental and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, overhaul and preserve gasoline and diesel marine engines, including two- and four-stroke outboard engines of 25 hp and above.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair propulsion systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, cargo pumps, valves, air compressors, welding equipment and other marine mechanical components.
• Carry out preventive maintenance such as lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, testing and adjusting equipment.
• Use manual and computerized diagnostic equipment to identify faults and take corrective action.
• Repair or replace mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, ignition, lighting, warning and fuel injection components with hand and power tools.
• Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and blueprints; conduct annual inspections of watercraft.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and assist in developing fleet maintenance procedures and training programs.
• Perform structural repairs such as heavy body, subframe, fiberglass restoration and gelcoat repairs.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports and equipment histories, and ensure compliance with US Coast Guard regulations, OSHA standards, CFR requirements, hazardous material rules, host nation requirements and environmental, health, safety and quality procedures.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years of experience as a Marine Engine Mechanic or Industrial Mechanic specializing in marine propulsion systems.
• Technical certification from an accredited mechanical or marine trade school.
• Valid passport valid for at least one year at hiring, and ability to obtain country-specific visas and pass contract medical requirements.
• Ability to read, speak and comprehend English to perform the contract requirements.
• Willingness to work in a remote overseas location with possible evening, weekend, holiday and extended hours, and exposure to heat, humidity, noise, dust and uneven terrain.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally.

Required skills

• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines, two-stroke and four-stroke marine engines.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and mechanical power transmission components.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex marine mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Proficiency reading technical manuals, schematics, blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Preferred: experience in an austere OCONUS environment, a valid driver's license, experience maintaining waterfront support equipment and service craft, and additional marine mechanical certifications.