Amentum

Journeyman Software Engineer

Amentum$110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or related field + 4 years experience, or Master's degree + 2 years experience
  • Proficient in software requirements management, design, coding, testing, and documentation
  • Eligible for Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required)
  • Experience in Agile development methodologies
  • Minimum 2 years of program/project-level software design experience
  • Familiarity with C++ or C# and detailed software design development
  • Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence), and source code management tools (Git or Bitbucket)

Responsibilities

  • Create software planning setup and development environment for complex weapon system components
  • Develop measurement structures for computer processing time, disk space, and network performance
  • Plan design environment for software support tools and maintenance
  • Collaborate with government customers on integrated teams
  • Lead software design, coding, and testing processes

Benefits

  • Industry-leading health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k matching plan up to 6%
  • Up to 10 weeks of pregnancy and parental leave
  • Growth and educational opportunities
  • Hybrid work environment with paid time off and 10 holidays per year
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Access to wellness programs and company discounts
Full Job Description
We are looking for engineers to join our US Navy emerging technologies foundational software team. Are you an Electrical or Software Engineer looking to be part of something that is truly groundbreaking? We are in search of an engineer with 4 years' experience beyond a Master's degree or 2 years beyond a Bachelor's degree to set up the software plans and systems for a future long-term project that will stand up during your tenure in the role. Primary work location will be in Fredericksburg, VA or Dahlgren, Va with occasional telecommute or travel opportunities. We are fun, collaborative, supportive and our goal is to to find great people who want to stay hands on in development yet have input in process improvements. We work hand in hand with the government customers on integrated teams. We take care of our people and joining Amentum means you are not joining one contract but a team of many contracts, providing job security.

Journeyman Software Developer Responsibilities Include:
  • Creating the planning setup, software structure and development environment for future coding and defect resolution using an Agile process for a complex component of this weapon system using the software development life and test cycle.
  • Setting up structures for how to measure the computer processing time usage and come up with better methods of disk space utilization, network loading and throughout.
  • Planning the future design environment for coding and maintenance of software support tools and models.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree (in one of these in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or Related Field) and 4 years of experience or a Master's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or EE and 2 years' experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge in definition and management of software requirements, design, code, benchmark testing, debugging, software development lifecycle, architecture, and documentation. Plans, performs, and lead software design, coding, and testing.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (at a minimum, must receive/be approved for an interim Secret security clearance in order to start) Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.
  • Experience in an Agile software development environment and methodologies
  • Two years of program/project level experience of software design and:
  • Two years of experience performing detailed and complex software design and development meeting sub millisecond timing requirements.
  • Experience in Atlassian tool suites, Jira (for issue tracking) and Confluence (decision tracking); Source code tracking tools (i.e. Git, Bitbucket)
  • Ability to Commute: to Fredericksburg, VA or Dahlgren, VA (1 hour south of Washington D.C.)
Experience:
  • 3-4 years (Required) in C++ or C# familiarity (Preferred)
We provide:
  • Industry leading benefits
  • 401k % pay per period plan, matching up to 6% of employee's contributions (Roth or traditional)
  • Pregnancy and parental leave up to 10 weeks
  • Growth opportunities
  • Wellness programs and Company Discounts
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and related expenses (HDHP, PPOs, regular HMOs, preventative medical plans).
  • Basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Leave benefits
  • Hybrid in-office / work from home environment
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • $90,000 or higher depending on years of experience and additional degrees
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off/ 10 holidays a year
  • Parental leave

Schedule:
Monday to Friday, no weekend work, someday travel to Washington D.C a couple times a month.

Compensation Details:
$110K

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:
06/03/2026 - 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.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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