Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical
Company Industry
Manufacturing
Purpose and scope:
This is a temporary 90-day contract position in Abu Dhabi to perform inspection, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems to include primary distribution system, interior and exterior secondary distribution, interior/exterior perimeter and area lighting, access control systems, and grounding systems to support the mission on Al Dhafra Air Base in support of the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program (AFCAP).
Essential responsibilities:
Shall be responsible for all electrical systems beginning with the main distribution panel downstream of the substations.
Install, inspect, maintain and repair primary and secondary circuits and equipment in facilities to include motors and motor control circuits.
Perform routine operational checks, using operational manuals at a minimum, and repair as required to ensure the electrical distribution system is operational and properly phased and balanced.
Perform routine operational checks and repairs to interior electrical systems to include:
Electrical panels
Electrical components
Lightning protection systems
Electrical wiring on existing facilities
Perform routine operational checks and repairs to electrical distribution systems to include:
Medium and high voltage lines (above 600 to 15KV)
Switchgear and internal and external auxiliary controls
Electrical lines equal to or below 600 volts (low voltage)
Substations
Secondary distribution centers (SDC), e.g., Metalac
Disconnects
Main and secondary breakers within compact substation
Transformers, relays, and capacitors
Perform routine operational checks and repairs to systems to include:
Electric motor connections (i.e., for HVAC pumps and water pumps)
Rollup doors
Perform routine operational checks and repairs to lighting systems to include:
Street lighting (excluding light carts)
Facility interior and exterior lighting
Inspect critical grounding following lightning strikes to confirm system integrity.
Follow safety measures in accordance with Air Force Electrical Explosive Safety (4E-F37/645-F21 (MC)).
Minimum position knowledge, skills and abilities required:
High school diploma or equivalent training/experience.
Certified Journeyman Electrician credential (or equivalent military background/technical training) with 3 years of experience.
Preferred underground technician apprenticeship/certification program with 8 years of experience.
Preferred to be familiar with UK electrical standards.
Ability to read and write English is required.
Solid communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Strong ability to work as a member of a diverse, dynamic team.
Outstanding problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and passport.
Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
No clearance requirement but the contract and/or the site require US citizenship to be approved for access (includes NACI / T1, MRPT, CAC). Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Prior overseas government contracting experience preferred.
Work environment, physical demands, and mental demands:
Frequently lifts items weighing 40-45 pounds and occasionally in excess of 50 pounds.
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud or unsafe conditions, questioning nonstandard operations or environmental factors that may involve unmitigated hazards, and providing feedback to supervisors and managers on all safety issues.
Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
Compensation details:
TBD
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:
05/21/2026 - Until filled
The company 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.
The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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.
About the Company
Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.
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