Senior Electrician - Navy/Submarine Operations
Amentum
Location
McLean, VA, 22101
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
24 April 2026
Amentum is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Master Electrician to join our dynamic team supporting critical operations. In this senior-level role, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair across complex facility environments. Your expertise will ensure compliance with industry best practices, federal and local electrical codes, and Department of State (DOS) regulations while leading teams and coordinating high-visibility electrical projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise, and mentor teams of electricians and electrical technicians, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Oversee the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of advanced electrical systems and equipment.
- Ensure full compliance with NFPA , NEC , industry regulations, federal standards, and DOS requirements .
- Manage electrical projects from planning and design through execution and successful completion.
- Conduct advanced troubleshooting of electrical systems and effectively develop solutions for complex technical issues.
- Perform and document routine and preventive maintenance to guarantee system reliability and safety.
- Review electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications, ensuring accuracy and code compliance.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and external stakeholders to drive project success.
- Enforce safety protocols and support Amentum's commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Master Electrician License in MD or DC.
- Active Secret Clearance
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in electrical systems installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Strong knowledge of federal, local, and industry electrical codes, including NEC and NFPA standards.
- Experience overseeing electrical teams and managing project workflows, driving results through effective leadership.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications with precision.
- Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in government, secure, or high-reliability environments.
- Prior work supporting Department of State (DOS) requirements or similar federal agencies.
- Familiarity with facility operations, building systems, or large-scale infrastructure environments.
Compensation Details:
$180,000-$200,000. The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary depending on various factors including job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities, including:
- 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:
02/10/2026 - 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 as long as 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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