Amentum

Program Support Specialist Jr.

Amentum$104K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience
  • 0-2 years of experience with technical or instrumentation systems
  • Knowledge of Western Range instrumentation and UDS beneficial
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
  • Must be eligible for Secret U.S. Government Clearance, requiring U.S. Citizenship

Responsibilities

  • Assist in Operations Planning support for Range User requirements
  • Participate in Range User planning meetings
  • Develop UDS Level II documentation
  • Guide Range Users on requirements and PRD development
  • Review and provide technical guidance on PRD drafts
  • Track change requirements and report to Mission Operations team
  • Assist in developing cost estimates for launch and test programs

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Pet insurance available
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking a Program Support Specialist Jr. for the Space Force Range Contract

Typical Duties
  • Assist senior Program Support Specialists by providing Operations Planning support, to include analysis of Range User Program requirements as well as technical analysis for optimizing support configurations
  • Participate in Range User planning meetings, in order to provide responses to changes in Program configurations
  • Develop Universal Documentation System (UDS) Level II documentation
  • Assist senior Program Support Specialists in providing guidance to Range Users on requirements, as well as development of the Program Requirements Document (PRD)
  • Review drafts of the PRD and provide technical guidance on required data, in order to facilitate final PRD delivery
  • Track change requirements to existing programs and report status to the Mission Operations team
  • Assist senior Program Support Specialists in determining Range User requirements that cannot be met, as response to the PRD, via development of the Program Support Plan (PSP)
  • Review, update, and coordinate distribution of UDS Level III Range Support documentation
  • Assist senior Program Support Specialists in developing Cost Estimates, based upon conceptual or documented support plans for launch and test programs independently or with assistance, from/to the Amentum Finance Department
  • Conduct comparative analysis of actual costs expended, versus estimated for launch/test programs
  • Assist senior Program Support Specialists in providing program information to government financial community in order to ensure Cost Estimate requirements are understood
  • Assist the Mission Control Specialist (MCS) with program-related duties and other tasks, as required by the mission
  • Successful completion of the Mission Controller qualification
  • Perform planning/operational duties as a qualified Mission Controller
  • Other related duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements
  • Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or related military experience
  • Zero to two years of experience working with technical or instrumentation systems
  • Knowledge of Western Range instrumentation and the Universal Documentation System (UDS) desired
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.


Salary and Other Compensation
  • The annual starting salary for this position is $50.40 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement.


Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays annually.

Compensation Details:
$50.40

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:
06/08/2026 - 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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