Amentum

Reliability Engineer

Amentum$100K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering or related scientific field and 5+ years of experience.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills required.
  • Proficient in computer systems and integrated software applications.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Perform design development and analysis tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Lead less complex engineering tasks and manage specific design sections.
  • Generate comprehensive design specifications for complex projects.
  • Collaborate with various engineering and management disciplines to define specifications.
  • Maintain databases for tracking project progress.
  • Develop and produce technical documentation and specifications for systems.
  • Interface with customers to ensure compliance with design and testing requirements.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options available.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday policy.
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching contribution.
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Employee stock purchase plan available.
  • Tax-saving options provided.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage offered.
  • Pet insurance options included.
Full Job Description
Purpose/Scope
Amentum is looking for a Reliability Engineer to perform a variety of engineering assignments in planning and overseeing research, development, design, manufacture, test, installation, operation, and maintenance of diverse electronic/mechanical equipment and systems. The Reliability Engineer will act generally as a member of a design, analysis or review team on more complex assignments or as a lead on less complex assignments.

Responsibilities
  • Perform a range of design development, analysis or review tasks under minimal supervision.
  • Act as a lead on less complex tasks and responsible for a portion of a design or section of an analysis or design review.
  • Generate complete design specifications of more complex projects.
  • Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistics, financial, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and requirements.
  • Establish and maintain a filing system or databases as needed for tracking project status.
  • Develop, maintain and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications.
  • Direct interface and liaison with customers at all levels from quotation to final design and test activities, design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
  • Conduct site visits, experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations.
  • Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.
  • Support development of technical proposal and provide comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work.


Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, or related scientific field and at least 5 years of job-related experience or equivalent.
  • Good communications and analytical skills.
  • working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs.
  • Position may require travel.
  • Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.


Work Environment
Most positions involve work typical of office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must posses planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Some positions involve work in environments (e.g., shipboard, labs, outside locations, etc.) where mechanical equipment, weapons, etc. are being installed, tested, analyzed/monitored, operated, and/or maintained. Equipment may be loud and noisy or have exposed moving components. Such positions may involve routine lifting up to 50 pounds, regular handling, grasping, kneeling and carrying, and constant use of vision and mental alertness is required.

Compensation Details:
$100,000 - $125,000

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:
05/06/2026 - 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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