Mechanical Tradesman

Amentum is looking for an experienced Welder to work OCONUS. You will be assigned to Site K in support of renovation work. This position is responsible for welding, fabrication, and installation activities supporting secure-facility construction, with a specific focus on FEBR wall systems.

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding on various materials and assemblies using multiple welding processes, including SMAW (arc), GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), and brazing.
• Perform welding and fabrication associated with FEBR wall systems, including steel framing components, embeds, connection plates, anchors, stiffeners, and structural supports, in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Repair and modify metal surfaces and assemblies (doors, frames, drain covers, fences, gates, grates, railings, furniture, tools, parts, etc.) to ensure safe and efficient use.
• Install welded and fabricated components to support secure construction activities while meeting schedule, quality, and safety requirements.
• Support secure interior construction by coordinating welding activities with carpenters, electricians, and other trades working on FEBR walls and related systems.
• Maintain welding shop, tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate daily activities with supervisors and other trades to complete work orders efficiently and in proper sequence.
• Request welding materials and consumables to maintain inventory and ensure uninterrupted work progress.
• Assist other trades as required to support overall project execution.
• Respond to emergency or urgent repair situations as assigned.
• Transport tools, materials, and fabricated items to job sites as required.
• Work under limited supervision using standardized methods, approved procedures, and construction drawings.
• Plan work activities, prepare layouts, and maintain accurate records related to fabrication and installation tasks.
• Maintain effective, timely, and respectful communication with management, coworkers, and supporting organizations.
• Perform administrative tasks when directed, including material tracking, inventory control, work scheduling, and report preparation.
• Maintain custodianship of welding tools, fabrication equipment, and spare parts.
• Take initiative to analyze technical conditions and make informed decisions based on specifications, safety, and schedule.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting architectural and engineering (A&E) drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of applicable U.S. codes, standards, and accepted trade practices.
• Knowledge of welding-related occupational hazards and required safety precautions.
• Experience supporting construction projects.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AWS D1.1 certification required.

Passport, Licenses, and Certifications

• Valid passport.
• Valid driver's license from Home of Record.

Security Vetting

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Language Skills

• Professional English communication skills, written and verbal.

Medical Requirements

• Favorable completion of required drug screening and physical examination.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous welding experience in an OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Experience working with Statements of Work (SOWs), shop drawings, and blueprints.
• Experience supporting secure or controlled-access construction projects.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and processes involved in welding and fabrication operations at overseas facilities.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to work within an international workforce.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to contribute positively to project objectives.
• Ability to be innovative and adaptable.
• Strong communication skills to support coordination and reporting.

Working and Living Conditions

Living accommodations are provided in an apartment complex shared with other trades. Each employee will be assigned a private apartment, with no requirement to share living space.

Work schedules are a minimum of six (6) days per week, ten (10) hours per day, with some assignments requiring longer hours. Physical requirements include heavy lifting, climbing, crawling, working outdoors, and carrying up to 40 pounds of personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.

Employees must be capable of responding to emergency situations, including running and executing protective actions without placing themselves or others at risk.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, disability, or any other protected category under applicable law, provided the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation Details:
54.00

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:
03/03/2026 - 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 .