Amentum

Range Systems Supervisor - Radar

Amentum$85K — $90K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a business or technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of electronics and instrumentation systems/operations experience, preferably with Radar
  • 3+ years of leadership experience across multiple functions
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
  • Experience with Radar system architectures preferred
  • Ability to maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • Possess valid U.S. Driver's License and Passport or ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership in the operation, maintenance, and upgrade of Eastern Range Radar Systems
  • Deliver customer support for data products and maintenance activities
  • Oversee training and documentation for Operations and Maintenance personnel
  • Schedule staff and system operations including work assignments and safety actions
  • Author performance evaluations and lead problem resolution for staff
  • Monitor and identify corrective actions for Radar system performance
  • Contribute to the development of strategic objectives and customer Radar requirements

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

Essential Functions

  • Provides leadership and direction of assigned personnel for the operation, maintenance, calibration, repair and upgrade of Eastern Range Radar Systems
  • Provides customer service and support to internal/external customers for data products, maintenance activities, system upgrades and operational support
  • Oversees and maintains Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Qualification training/documentation of assigned personnel
  • Ensures a trained and qualified staff is available to perform all required operations
  • Responsible for staff and system scheduling to include: work assignments, employee vacations, overtime assignments, shift rotations, system relocations, corrosion control, property control, safety actions, facility actions, etc.
  • Assists employees with problem resolutions; authors and conducts performance evaluations; maintains system and personnel performance documentation; conducts hiring interviews and disciplinary actions; relays interpretation of and enforces company policies
  • Monitors Radar calibrations for systems trends and provides leadership in identifying corrective actions to calibration data
  • Monitors Radar system performance during real-time launch activities and provides leadership in identifying deviations from expected or required performance
  • Assists engineering personnel identify, develop, design and implement modification and upgrades to Radar systems
  • Assists Launch Performance Analysis personnel in investigation and resolution of operational anomalies
  • Actively contributes in the development of short and long range strategic objectives
  • Actively interfaces with customers to develop Radar requirements
  • Leads the continuous process improvement efforts for Radar systems
  • Ensures department productivity and quality goals are met
  • Ensures adequate operational spares, supplies, materials and consumables are available to perform and achieve O&M tasks, objectives and requirements
  • Reviews, generates and/or coordinates technical documentation for operational requirements, minor modifications, and sustainment/modernization efforts
  • Participates in technical contract proposals and technical interchange meetings
  • Provides cost estimates on launch operations and/or proposals
  • Ensures timely and accurate reporting of instrumentation status changes and reporting of Radar Launch anomalies
  • Conducts meetings, briefings and/or presentations to coordinate department activities or disseminate information
  • Attends pre and post mission meetings, briefings and working groups associated with the Radar Super-System
  • Coordinates the operational use and maintenance of assigned facilities
  • Vigorously pursues initiatives to improve the quality, efficiencies, and timeliness of enterprise solutions, products or services
  • Innovates process improvement oriented towards ensuring contract compliance and fulfillment while devising and implementing process improvement methods derived from internal and external integrated process team actions
  • Develops and integrates enterprise concepts and recommendations to capitalize on Cross Range best practices, efficiencies and standardization
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively interface and communicate in a diverse and multi-cultural environment
  • Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel in a courteous and professional manner
  • Ability to work well in fast paced and stressful environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Exhibits strong conflict management skills
  • Ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment
  • Possess strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail
  • Skilled at building teams with orientation towards group dynamics to create synergy with assigned personnel constantly evolving task lists, and short mission requirement timelines while balancing stringent contract requirements
  • Possess leadership and supervisory skills

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a business or technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Five or more years of electronics and instrumentation systems/operations experience (Radar experience, preferred)
  • Three or more years of leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)
  • Range operations and maintenance experience, preferred
  • Knowledge and application of Radar system architectures and tracking methodology, preferred
  • Experience working in a collective bargaining unit environment, preferred
  • Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

  • Ability to travel locally and Outside the Continental US on occasion
  • Ability to work at remote locations
  • The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
  • Valid U.S. Driver27s License
  • Valid US Passport or ability to obtain one

Compensation Details:

$85,000 - $90,000 annually

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:

09/18/2026 - 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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