Marine Gas Turbine Inspector

Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) – Rota, Spain

Amentum is seeking a certified Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) to join our team in Rota, Spain, supporting the Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center (FDRMC). This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in sustaining the operational readiness of U.S. Navy forward‑deployed forces in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

As part of a highly skilled team, you will directly impact mission success by ensuring propulsion and power generation systems remain fully operational in a dynamic, high‑tempo environment. If you are looking to apply your expertise on a global stage while supporting the warfighter, this position offers both challenge and purpose.

Essential Responsibilities

- Provide Fleet Technical Assistance (FTA) to troubleshoot, isolate, and resolve casualties involving shipboard gas turbine engines and associated HM&E systems.

- Perform on‑site and distant support for U.S. Navy vessels and shore‑based activities, including OCONUS locations.

- Conduct advanced diagnostics, repairs, and functional testing to restore propulsion and power generation systems to full operational status.

- Support System/Equipment Assessments, including TSRA, INSURV, ICMP, BMDRAs, and other readiness evaluations.

- Assist with logistics support, including validation of Allowance Parts Lists (APLs) and identification of required repair parts.

- Provide on‑the‑job training (OJT) and technical guidance to ship’s force personnel on operation, maintenance, and repair procedures.

- Document all work and findings using Navy systems (e.g., MFOM/NMD, FTS) and prepare formal reports/debriefs in accordance with the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM).

- Participate in development and refinement of technical documentation, including Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs), procedures, and manuals.

- Support Engineering Technical Branch (ETB) efforts, including system analysis, repair planning, and technical evaluations.

- Travel as required to support forward‑deployed naval forces across multiple operational areas.

Minimum Requirements

- Active Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) Certification (NEC 4136 or U07A) in accordance with OPNAVINST 9220.3 (must be current at time of hire and maintained throughout employment).

- Demonstrated experience in the maintenance, installation, testing, and repair of U.S. Navy shipboard gas turbine engines (e.g., propulsion and ship service gas turbine generators).

- Proven ability to perform independent troubleshooting, fault isolation, and corrective maintenance at a journeyman level.

- Experience supporting U.S. Navy HM&E systems in an operational or maintenance environment.

- Familiarity with Navy maintenance and reporting systems such as MFOM/NMD, FTS, and CASREP processes.

- Ability to interpret and apply technical manuals, drawings, and engineering documentation.

- Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including extended OCONUS deployments and shipboard embarkation.

- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

- Experience supporting DDG-51, CG-47, or LCS class ships.

- Hands‑on experience with LM2500 gas turbine engines and associated control systems.

- Background in Gas Turbine Readiness Reviews (GTRRs), engine change‑outs, or major overhauls.

- Experience working in a forward‑deployed or OCONUS operational environment, supporting naval forces in high‑tempo, mission‑critical settings.

- Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items and JFMM processes.

- Prior experience providing FTA or working at a Regional Maintenance Center (RMC).

- Experience with vibration analysis, rotor balancing, and advanced diagnostics.

- Previous role as an instructor or experience providing formal or informal technical training.

- Active or recently held security clearance.

Compensation

USD 100,000 – 120,000 per year.

EEO statement: Amentum is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, protected veterans, and other individuals protected under labor laws to apply.