Amentum
Carpenter
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“Carpenter at Amentum. Skills: Carpentry, SCIF construction, SHW hardware installation, X-10 lock installation, STC-rated door installation. Install, adjust, and maintain SHW hardware, including precision work with highly secure locking mechanisms such as X-10 locks. Assemble, install, and secure STC-rated doors, frames, and accompanying hardware, including closers, ensuring compliance with acoustic and security standards for SCIF spaces”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring all installations align with strict security and acoustic requirements; ensuring compliance with acoustic and security standards for SCIF spaces; ensuring seamless, high-quality finishes; adherence to exacting standards; meet or exceed performance and security standards; ensure seamless project continuation; ensure the project remains on schedule and avoids standstills
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Active TS/SCI clearance, OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) work, commitment to a 60-hour work week, Hours will be 10-hour days, Friday through Wednesday, work in a secured construction setting, work in high-security environments, adhering to strict confidentiality protocols
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Active TS/SCI clearance (Required), Proven experience in carpentry with a focus on secured environments such as SCIFs, Proficiency in the installation of SHW hardware, X-10 locks, and STC-rated doors and frames, Solid understanding of SCIF-specific construction requirements, including soundproofing, TEMPEST, and ICD 705 standards, Familiarity with drywall installation, finishing techniques, and ceiling tile/grid installation, knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to work in high-security environments, Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, Ability to work independently and complete tasks under tight schedules
Nice to Have
Prior experience working on government or military construction projects, Certification in construction methods related to secure spaces is a plus, The ability to compile material lists, read and interpret drawings, and review submittments and specifications
What You'll Do.
and maintain SHW hardware
including precision work with highly secure locking mechanisms such as X-10 locks
and secure STC-rated doors
and accompanying hardware
ensuring compliance with acoustic and security standards for SCIF spaces
and install drywall and finish with attention to soundproofing and structural requirements
Lay and install carpet
as well as ceiling tiles and grid systems
high-quality finishes
Construct and maintain partitions
and other interior SCIF features with adherence to exacting standards
Understand and implement SCIF-specific construction protocols
including sound attenuation
and compliance with ICD/ICS 705 standards
Measure and cut construction materials with precision using hand and power tools
ensuring accurate alignment and craftsmanship
Conduct thorough quality checks on all installations to meet or exceed performance and security standards
Proactively plan and organize project elements
including putting together material lists
reviewing submittments and specifications
and compiling BOM (Bill of Materials) lists to ensure seamless project continuation
Use three-week look-aheads to plan ahead and identify potential issues
ensuring the project remains on schedule and avoids standstills
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work collaboratively with a team while maintaining the integrity of secure environments and adhering to strict confidentiality protocols
Process & Methodology
Proactively plan and organize project elements, putting together material lists, reviewing submittals and specifications, compiling BOM (Bill of Materials) lists, Use three-week look-aheads to plan ahead and identify potential issues
Full Job Description
**Position Title:** Carpenter – TS/SCI Cleared **Location:** Tokyo **Compensation Details for Bamako Assignment** Employees assigned to Bamako will receive a 55% pay increase for the first 40 hours worked each week. This significant boost in compensation is designed to reflect the unique opportunities and requirements of the location. Additionally, lodging and meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) per diem are included as part of the benefits package, ensuring comprehensive support for those relocating to Bamako. **Employment Type:** Full-Time **Clearance Required:** Active TS/SCI (Top Secret/SCI) **Job Summary:** Amentum is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Carpenter with an active TS/SCI clearance to support specialized construction projects, particularly within Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the installation of SHW hardware, X-10 locks, STC-rated doors, closers, frames, drywall, finish work, carpet, ceiling tiles, and grid systems. This position requires advanced knowledge of SCIF standards and the ability to work efficiently in a secured construction setting, ensuring all installations align with strict security and acoustic requirements. This role involves OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) work and requires a commitment to a 60-hour work week. Hours will be 10-hour days, Friday through Wednesday. The ability to meet these schedule demands is a key requirement of the position. **Key Responsibilities:** * Install, adjust, and maintain SHW hardware, including precision work with highly secure locking mechanisms such as X-10 locks. * Assemble, install, and secure STC-rated doors, frames, and accompanying hardware, including closers, ensuring compliance with acoustic and security standards for SCIF spaces. Experience with vault doors is essential. * Frame, cut, and install drywall and finish with attention to soundproofing and structural requirements. * Lay and install carp
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