Space Science Engineer

5 days ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States Amentum Full time
Job Description
Job Description

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services. We are at the forefront of breakthrough technology development and demonstration programs in multiple areas, including hypersonics, Unmanned Air Vehicle and Autonomous Systems, advanced sensors, propulsion, aircraft and space science systems.

Do you have experience in the Space Science Industry? Any of the areas below could provide you the opportunity to join professionals at Amentum supporting the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).

  • Satellite and Space Technology
  • Satellite Manufacturing & Acquisition
  • System Engineering
  • Space-based Sensing
  • Space Domain Awareness Technologies and Capabilities
  • Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT)
  • Orbital Mechanics
  • Electric Propulsion
  • Communications
  • Materials
  • Environmental Effects
  • Ground Support Systems and Operations
  • Satellite Assembly, Integration and Test
  • Launch Services and Launch Vehicle Integration
  • Mission Planning
  • Mission Management
  • Computer Vision
  • Optics Modeling

You will work alongside coworkers at the forefront of innovative technology development and demonstration programs in multiple areas, including hypersonics, Unmanned Air Vehicle and Autonomous Systems, advanced sensors, propulsion, munitions, fix wing and rotorcraft aircraft and space science systems.

You will provide technical support in monitoring the execution of advanced technology development and prototype demonstration programs, perform independent technical assessments and feasibility analyses of new technologies and system designs, and monitor system field testing and demonstrations. Up to 25% travel may be required.

We will work side by side with you as you learn the DARPA culture, supporting technical interchange meetings and design reviews, support new program concepts, provide program management and acquisition support, and author program reports.

Amentum is a highly ethical, safety conscious employer with caring leaders and competitive total compensation. We offer multiple health care options so you can select the one that suits your needs. Our 401K requires no vesting periods for company matching funds. You'll receive 10 federal holidays that can easily be adjusted to your beliefs.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • We are looking for candidates with BS plus 20 years of experience, MS and 10 years of experience or a PhD and 5 years of experience
  • Experience in relevant Space Systems development programs
  • Managed and lead small IPT and employees requiring annual salary reviews
  • Top Secret Clearance required Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

An active TS and ability to obtain SCI and SAP eligibility


Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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.

Labor Law Posters

EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans



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