Descripción de la oferta
Amentum is seeking a highly skilled Naval Architect to join our team in Rota, Spain, supporting the Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center (FDRMC). This role offers a unique opportunity to directly impact the structural integrity and survivability of forward‑deployed U.S. Navy vessels operating in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. As part of a mission‑driven team, you will provide critical expertise in hull, structural, and coating systems—supporting inspections, casualty response, and repair planning in a dynamic, high‑tempo environment. If you are passionate about naval engineering and want to contribute to Fleet readiness on a global stage, this position offers both challenge and purpose. Essential Responsibilities Provide Fleet Technical Assistance (FTA) to evaluate and resolve casualties involving hull, structural, and coating systems Conduct on‑site (OS) and distant support (DS) inspections of hulls, tanks, voids, and structural members to assess damage and develop repair recommendations Perform scheduled and unscheduled system assessments in support of TSRA, ICMP, INSURV, and other readiness evaluations Evaluate corrosion, structural degradation, and coating system performance, and recommend corrective actions Support Engineering Technical Branch (ETB) operations, including ship stability calculations and monitoring during casualties, drills, or emergent events Participate in ETB drills and training, and respond to casualty events, including weekends and holidays as required Provide logistics support, including material identification and repair requirement development Deliver on‑the‑job training (OJT) and technical guidance to ship’s force personnel on inspection and maintenance practices Document findings using Navy systems (e.g., MFOM/NMD, FTS, CADET, MAFs) and prepare formal reports/debriefs in accordance with JFMM standards Recommend updates to technical documentation, including Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs), manuals, and drawings Obtain and utilize technical documentation from FDRMC Technical Library, OEM sources, and other repositories Travel as required to support forward‑deployed naval forces across multiple OCONUS locations Minimum Requirements Demonstrated experience in the inspection of U.S. Navy shipboard hull, structural, and coating systems Ability to perform structural assessments, corrosion evaluations, and repair planning Knowledge of ship stability principles and ability to support stability calculations during casualty response Familiarity with Navy maintenance and reporting systems such as MFOM/NMD, FTS, MAFs, and CADET Ability to interpret and apply technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation Willingness to complete the Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Technician course within 6 months of hire Ability to obtain and maintain CADET database access upon onboarding Ability to work independently at a journeyman level in a fast‑paced operational environment Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including extended OCONUS and shipboard assignments Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications (not required) Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related engineering discipline Experience supporting U.S. Navy surface ships or submarines, particularly in forward‑deployed environments Familiarity with Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) and NAVSEA standards Experience supporting TSRA, INSURV, ICMP, or pre‑deployment assessments Background in corrosion control programs and coating system management Experience conducting dry‑docking assessments and structural inspections Proficiency with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, FEMAP, or similar modeling/analysis software Prior experience supporting Fleet Technical Assistance (FTA) or working at a Regional Maintenance Center (RMC) Active or recently held security clearance Experience working in a forward‑deployed or OCONUS operational environment, supporting naval forces in high‑tempo, mission‑critical settings Compensation Details $100,000 - 120,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr
