Depot Repair Unity (DRU) Technician
- Secret clearance
- Security+
- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $82.9k–$103k a year. Open technician jobs in California post a median of $73.9k a year, the middle half $61.6k–$83.2k, across 24 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.
About the job
Amentum is seeking a Depot Repair Unity (DRU) Technician for the Space Force Range Contract. ## Typical Duties - Support all aspects of the Depot Repair Unit (DRU) repair operations including triage of incoming DRU items, vendor repairs, vendor returns, purchase requisitions for equipment repairs and parts and tracking repair status in a local database. - Repairing the equipment related to a wide variety of systems in a lab environment (including computers, servers, and all applicable site equipment processed through the Depot Repair Unit (DRU) and repair of electronic and electromechanical equipment in support of range prime mission equipment). - Perform routine test support operations based on standard operating procedures associated with tools and test equipment. - Perform technical duties in an electronic shop environment or out in the field. ## Minimum Requirements - Ability to work independently of direct supervision or technical personnel. - Good oral and written communication skills. - Good organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail. - Ability to follow written or verbal instructions. - Associate degree in a related technical field degree or technical or military school or equivalent combination of education and experience - Five (5) or more years related technical experience in electronics and electrical theory or three (3) years’ experience as 6U Technician on the LISC contract with demonstrated performance through completed Enterprise Qualification Requirement (EQRs) specific to the work center that are significant to operational support as determined by management.
Other applicable assessments may be considered if work center does not support EQR’s - Experience reading and comprehending mechanical drawings, electrical/electronic schematics, wiring diagrams and cable assembly drawings and engineering sketches, Specifications Sheets, and OEM manuals. - Experience performing technical repair duties of an Intermediate complexity. - Familiar with Environmental and OSHA Standards and adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety, security, and timekeeping, preferred. - Software experience in Windows XP, Red Hat, preferred. - Experience performing system diagnostics, install and troubleshoot equipment on software and hardware, preferred. - Must currently possess or be able to obtain CompTIA's Security+ certification within six (6) months of hire date. - Ability to travel locally. - The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project requirements. - Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S.
Citizenship. - Valid U.S. Driver’s License required. - Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement. ## Salary and Other Compensation The annual starting salary for this position is between $39.85–$49.61 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position may be eligible for bonus or long-term incentive compensation awards. ## Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually. ## Compensation Details $39.85 - $49.61 ## Original Posting 02/04/2026 - 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 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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From Amentum's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Amentum's space work: technicians and engineers at NASA's Kennedy Space Center launch site, at Houston and in Huntsville.
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