Amentum

Mechanical Engineer

Amentum$20K — $200K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
  • 10-12 years of relevant experience or equivalent required.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills needed.
  • Working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software applications essential.
  • Ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Research and analyze customer design proposals and manuals for feasibility.
  • Design products or systems to meet infrastructure and maintenance needs.
  • Coordinate and approve installation activities as part of inspection services.
  • Troubleshoot installation issues to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
  • Participate in safety culture and quality management processes.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
  • Paid time off and holidays available.
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching.
  • Educational reimbursement for further learning.
  • Parental leave for new parents.
  • Employee stock purchase plan offered.
  • Tax-saving options available.
  • Disability and life insurance included.
  • Pet insurance option provided.
Full Job Description
Purpose and Scope:
Research and analyze data such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.

Essential Responsibilities:
Research and analyze data such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.~Design products or systems in support of facilities' infrastructure, research, or maintenance requirements.~Coordinate, troubleshoot, and approve installation activities as inspection services to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and specifications.~

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related scientific field and at least 10 to 12 years of job-related experience or equivalent. Good communication and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs. Position may require travel. Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal and scanner, constant use of sight abilities while scanning documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details:
$20,000-$200,000

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:
09/21/2026 - 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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