Uncleared CST (Construction Surveillance Technician) - Full Time

Amentum is actively seeking candidates interested in a full-time, non-exempt employee opportunity as Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) located in Ft. Meade, Maryland. This position provides construction surveillance services at selected Government facilities being constructed within the United States.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide basic physical security in accordance with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) policies and Intelligence Community Standard (ICS) 705-1, -Physical and Technical Standards for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities).
• Conduct surveillance and understand the construction trades to closely monitor all construction activities and materials to ensure the security integrity of the building.
• Inspect, detect and report any unauthorized technical penetrations and thwart implanted clandestine technical collection devices.
• Work closely with the assigned Government Site Security Manager (SSM) to ensure all established security policies and procedures are followed.
• Supplement site security access controls implement screening and inspection procedures and monitor uncleared construction personnel in accordance with the Construction Security Plan (CSP).
• Conduct inspections of Protected Distribution System (PDS) and report any anomalies to the SSM.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum of three years' experience in the construction industry with knowledge of two or more of the following disciplines:
  • Carpentry (rough-in, finish)
  • Electricity
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Sheet Metal
  • Welding
  • Dry Wall
  • Masonry
• Knowledge of construction safety, construction project cycles, and common nomenclature of material/equipment.
• Read, speak and, understand English language fluently.
• Ability to complete written reports and forms.
• Provide excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Physical Requirements: The Construction Surveillance Technician must have the ability to:

• Stand for 4 hours or longer per day.
• Work in inclement weather conditions including extreme heat, extreme cold, humidity, and various other adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• This position may require lifting (up to 20 lbs.), standing, walking, siting, and bending throughout the workday.
• Walk across uneven surfaces, climb ladders, and able to frequently go up and down stairs.
• Work all shifts and weekends to meet the customers' requirements.
• Make logical, mentally competent, and safe decisions when working on a construction site.

Salary and Other Compensation: The starting hourly rate for this position is between $24.00-$39.57 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays annually.

Compensation Details:
$24.00-$39.57

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:
03/27/2026 - 03/30/2026
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 .