Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services to some of the top agencies in the U.S. government, including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), NASA, the Department of Homeland Security, and the intelligence community.
We are currently seeking talented, enthusiastic, and dynamic subject matter experts to support our Government customer in formulating, coordinating, monitoring, and transitioning advanced research and development programs in multiple areas, including hypersonics, unmanned air vehicle and autonomous systems, advanced sensors, propulsion, aircraft and space science systems.
This is a full-time position based in Arlington , VA. Travel (up to 33%) will be part of the work schedule to participate in prime contractor tests at remote locations to include night and weekend shifts.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide engineering and program management support for advanced technology research, development and demonstration programs.
Perform independent technical assessments and feasibility analyses of new technologies and system designs.
Provide technical leadership and oversight during program execution throughout the program lifecycle.
Support weekly cross-functional technical coordination, interchange meetings, and major program design reviews throughout program lifecycle.
Develop certification plans in accordance with current military certification standards, review documentation, and report findings to leadership.
Support test plan development, readiness reviews, attend, monitor, and report on subsystem component testing, system verification testing and demonstrations.
Support evaluating new program concepts, technical proposals, and white papers; develop and support execution of program acquisition strategy, source selection evaluation, and briefing support.
Author program status briefings and technical reports.
Required Qualifications:
Must have a PhD or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 15+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 20+ years of experience.
Must have an active US Government TS/SCI Clearance. Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience providing daily interface with a Government Program Manager and integrated product teams providing proactive program management and coordination support.
Proven track record in technical, managerial or scientific fields and have expert credentials or be recognized as an authority and have the mature judgement required to advise senior government personnel.
Background in the application of systems engineering techniques and tools to the development of aerospace systems and demonstrated experience with the certification and clearance of those systems.
Familiarity with cost analysis, acquisition process, negotiations and system engineering. Experience with DARPA acquisition processes and requirements.
Compensation Details:
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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:
01/12/2026 - 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.
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