Posted today
Secret
$140,000 - $175,000
Unspecified
Engineering - Mechanical
Washington, DC (On-Site/Office)
**Contingent on Contract Award***
Amentum is seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to support a NAVSEA Contract and be a member of the Marine Engineering Group. The Marine Engineering Group is the Navy's technical authority for machinery systems for all surface ships, aircraft carriers and submarine classes - including but not limited to developing and designing, evaluating and assessing, analyzing and establishing standards and risks, and demonstrating and implementing new marine system technologies. The marine systems include electrical systems, motors, controls, energy storage, battery system certification, mechanical and hydraulic systems, power generation, shafting, mounting gear, handling equipment, and fluid systems.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer will provide support in the following areas:
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Compensation Details:
US: $140,000 - $175,000
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:
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:
02/18/2026 - 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 .
Amentum is seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to support a NAVSEA Contract and be a member of the Marine Engineering Group. The Marine Engineering Group is the Navy's technical authority for machinery systems for all surface ships, aircraft carriers and submarine classes - including but not limited to developing and designing, evaluating and assessing, analyzing and establishing standards and risks, and demonstrating and implementing new marine system technologies. The marine systems include electrical systems, motors, controls, energy storage, battery system certification, mechanical and hydraulic systems, power generation, shafting, mounting gear, handling equipment, and fluid systems.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer will provide support in the following areas:
- Provides expert consultation in one or more areas for the design, development and implementation of technical products, systems and draft guidance and policy under Government directions.
- Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
- Has extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or more engineering specialties.
- Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge.
- Communicate goals in solution or project goal terms.
- Provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- 10 years of experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering field or related area.
- Must be able to design, analyze, evaluate, process assessments, root cause analysis, establish and maintain specifications and standards, and evaluate risk.
- Must have extensive engineering knowledge and be considered an expert in one or more engineering specialties.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must have an Active SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.
Compensation Details:
US: $140,000 - $175,000
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:
02/18/2026 - 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 .
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