Weapons Specialist/Small Arm Repair - Military Veterans
at Amentum
This position is contingent upon contract award
Amentum is seeking a Weapons Specialist/Small Arm Repair to support an upcoming INSCOM G-4 Global Intelligence Logistics and Engineering (GILE) Support contract. These services will support tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence units, personnel and their ground and aerial intelligence equipment and operations facilities and infrastructure and may occur from multiple locations simultaneously.
Essential Duties:
- Must possess an Armor Certification or Industry standard Gun Smith certification(s).
- Must have previous Arms Room management experience.
- Process a valid state driver's license.
- Must have knowledge of gunsmith tools and procedures, as well as knowledge of firearms operating principles.
- Basic knowledge of U.S. Army maintenance standards and logistics information systems (GCSS-A).
- Experience using required tools (i.e., hand and power tools, hammers, punches, files, stones, precision gauges, test instruments, and alignment devices) in making repairs, modifications, and adjustments.
- Experience performing Quarterly PMCS and Annual Gauging IAW applicable TM.
- Defense contracting experience troubleshooting, inspecting and repairing military weapons.
- Knowledge in completing necessary documentation such as DA Forms 2404/5988E, Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet, DA Form 2407 Maintenance Request, DA Form 2407-1 Maintenance Request Continuation Sheet, DA Form 5990 and other applicable DA/DoD forms.
- Be thoroughly familiar with US Military Technical Manuals (TMs). Must have knowledge of gunsmith tools and procedures, as well as knowledge of firearms operating principles.
- Must be able to accomplish the work un- supervised.
- Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions to include intense heat, heavy wind, blowing sand, heavy rain, and snow and sleet.
- Must be able to stand for a minimum two continuous hours.
- Must be able to lift more than 70lbs on occasion and at least 45lbs on a routine basis.
- Must be able to function with an intermediate level of English oral and written language skills.
- Must be able to travel worldwide for long periods of time; this position requires TDY travel to INSCOM units worldwide to conduct weapons maintenance and inspections at least 75% of the time
- Prior military or civilian equivalent experience in Military Occupational Skill (MOS) 45B, 45K or 91F desired
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a US Citizen
- High School diploma or equivalent and minimum of 5 years' experience troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing weapons such as, but not limited to the following: the M9, M11, M17, M18 Pistol, M4, M16 Rifle, M14, M500 Shotgun, M2, M249, M240 Series Machine Gun, M203, M320, and MK19 Grenade Launcher and previous exposure to Arms Room procedures.
- Must possess a U.S government Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI). Some positions may require a polygraph.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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.
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Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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 EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
Fort Belvoir, VA
Amentum brings industry-best expertise, processes, and technology to ensure the availability and reliability of our Government and commercial clients’ vital facilities and equipment. We apply our culture of excellence to operate, maintain, and manage your global assets and complex supply chains to meet modern challenges at home and abroad. You get the confidence that comes from a partner with on a century-long heritage of unrelenting dedication to our clients’ missions across the DoD, civilian agencies, and the IC.
We are looking for skilled Veterans interested in continuing your career in aviation, global logistics, IT and Network support, and also unmanned systems.
We currently have positions open nationwide and globally to include: Kuwait, Iraq, and other overseas locations!
Amentum’s skilled workforce lives with outcomes rather than just works on them. Our employees hold the most sought-after certifications in the industry, including Program Management Professional (PMP), IT/Cyber, ITIL, and Professional Scrum Master (PSM). Our teams who maintain and modify vehicles, aircraft, and weapons systems work within disciplined environments certified to AS9001D, ISO 9001:2015, AS9110B, and AS9100C standards.
Whether it’s managing facilities supporting the IC’s classified missions, operating UAVs that protect our soldiers, or maintaining military equipment at remote bases abroad, Amentum has the experience, passion, and commitment to meet your critical needs.
What happens after I apply?
First, you will want to ensure your RecruitMilitary profile is up to date, and you also have the most up to date resume to provide. Once you apply for the role you will be re-directed to complete your employment application on Amentum's career site. Once you complete that application a recruiter will review your skills and qualifications and reach out to you about the role as appropriate.