Marine Mechanic for US Navy Program

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Marine Mechanic to support a unique US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and overhauling marine diesel engines, waterjets, propulsion systems, and related equipment aboard assigned vessels.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, overhaul, and maintain marine diesel engines, waterjets, propulsion systems, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Provide technical support to Chief Engineers and Vessel Engineers to ensure safe and reliable vessel operation.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain auxiliary systems such as air compressors, pumps, cooling, fuel, and hydraulic systems.
• Support dry‑dock operations, syncrolift inspections, and equipment installation both onboard and ashore.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, charts, manuals, and required maritime publications.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of experience repairing diesel engines, preferably marine diesel engines and propulsion systems.
• Valid passport (minimum one‑year validity) and ability to obtain required visas and security clearances.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, service manuals, and engineering drawings in English.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout deployment.

Required skills

• Marine diesel engine troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul.
• Waterjet and propulsion system maintenance.
• Auxiliary mechanical systems knowledge (air compressors, pumps, cooling, fuel, hydraulic).
• Use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and specialized marine maintenance equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities for complex mechanical failures.