Small Boat Engineering Technician Instructor

Amentum

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$28.44–$35.01 Per Hour

SKILLS

Cargo/Freight, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Control Systems, Dental Insurance, Diesel Engine, Diversity Recruiting, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electronics, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Laws and Regulations, Hydraulic Engineering, Insurance, John Deere Equipment, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Medical Genetics, Military, Preventative Maintenance, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Propulsion, Reimbursement, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Stock Purchase Plans, Swimming, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

San Diego, CA

POSTED

3 days ago

Amentum is actively seeking a Small Boat Engineering Technician Instructor 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 andcontrol systems. Work is performed at a Navy Training Command located at Naval Amphibious (NAB) Coronado, CA.

Responsibilities:

Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance
Operate and control casualties of propulsion systems in-port and underway on small navy watercraft
Execute pre-start and post-operation checks
Adhere to Amentum's Ethics Program, Workplace Environment, and Occupational Safety standards
Maintain cleanliness of assigned work areas or craft

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Six (6) years of experience as a Navy Engineman/Navy Construction Mechanic/Navy Electrician's Mate OR equivalent civilian experience
Experience as a Navy Engineman/Navy Construction Mechanic/Navy Electrician's Mate OR equivalent civilian experience
Ability to perform classroom instruction, underway laboratory training, preventative and corrective maintenance of Navy craft and support equipment
Qualified as a Navy Second Class Swimmer or equivalent
Availability to work alternate schedules as required by training needs
Willingness to work occasional overtime
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and conditions
Ability to perform limited travel, as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior 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 (ABLTS).
Familiarity with CAT C18 & C4.4, John Deere 6081, Cummins QSM-11, Evinrude Outboard Engines, Hamilton and Wartsila Waterjets, hydraulic and electrical systems.
Experience with 460 and 115 Vac distribution systems, 24 Vdc, diesel engine electronic control systems and programmable logic controllers.
Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance and preservation of Navy small craft.
Military Instructor certification.

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:
This 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.

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This 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 Details:
$28.44 - 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 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-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
03/18/2026 - 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.

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 at Labor Laws Posters.

Small Boat Engineering Technician Instructor

Amentum

San Diego, CA

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