Amentum

Research Scientist

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

Qualifications

  • M.S. in physics, engineering, or mathematics required.
  • 3 years of experience in finite element methods required.
  • Expertise in geometric modeling and mesh generation necessary.
  • Advanced programming skills in C++ preferred.
  • Experience in developing computational mechanics tools for large-scale applications desired.

Responsibilities

  • Develop advanced finite element tools for acoustics and electro-mechanical applications.
  • Architect geometry and mesh generation software for physics-based computations.
  • Execute modeling computations using developed tools for various physical systems.
  • Verify and validate model results against experimental databases and other standards.
  • Participate in maintaining safety standards and training compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to quality management policies and customer satisfaction standards.
  • Fulfill operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedure requirements as per company policies.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance provided.
  • Paid time off and holidays offered.
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching available.
  • Educational reimbursement to support career growth.
  • Parental leave for new parents.
  • Employee stock purchase plan accessible.
  • Tax-saving options included.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage available.
  • Pet insurance to ease pet care costs.
Full Job Description
Work Schedule: 8 hours, on site during peak hours unless otherwise approved. Travel is required.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Carry out advanced finite element tool development for acoustics, electro-mechanical applications that include high order problems.
  • Architect advanced geometry, mesh generation and analyses attribution software tools and methods for physics-based computational approaches.
  • Carry out modeling computations using developed tools of different physicalnsystems and tests.
  • Verification and validation of the results against metrics that include experimental databases and other models.


Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance and access to the NRL facility. Must be US citizen.

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.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • The Minimum Requirements are:
  • Degree: M.S. in physics, engineering, or mathematics
  • Experience: Three (3) years of experience with expertise in finite element methods,
  • geometric modeling, mesh generation and adaptation
  • Desired Qualifications Advanced programming skills including C++
  • Demonstrated experience in the development and application of modeling tools for
  • large-scale computational mechanics including structures, flow and wave problems


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Compensation Details:
$110,000

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:
06/04/2026 - 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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