Amentum

Senior Systems Engineer / Analyst

Amentum • $150K — $170K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline, OR 10 years of relevant experience
  • 10 years of systems engineering experience with DoD strategic platforms or systems
  • 5 years of leadership experience in systems or mission engineering
  • Proven track record in resolving complex systems engineering issues
  • Active Secret U.S. Government security clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Provide systems engineering support for new design evaluations
  • Assist in SLCM-N installation and training efforts
  • Analyze and review Fire Control System design implementations
  • Develop concepts and technologies for Fleet capabilities
  • Coordinate across engineering disciplines for design and training milestones
  • Produce technical documentation and design artifacts
  • Interface directly with customers, delivering engineering support
  • Ensure compliance with engineering documentation standards

Benefits

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

Amentum is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our engineering team supporting the Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) Program in Dahlgren, Virginia and Washington, DC. This position will assist with and lead SLCM-N development, installation, and training efforts for SLCM-N Fire Control, providing systems engineering expertise in support of our customer.


The Senior Systems Engineer will support the evaluation and development of new concepts, technologies, software, hardware, and weapon system capabilities while providing technical guidance and systems engineering support for Navy strategic systems.


Senior Systems Engineer Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide Systems Engineering support for the evaluation of new concepts and designs for SLBM groups at NSWC Dahlgren supporting Strategic Systems Programs.
  • Provide installation and training support for the SLCM-N Program.
  • Perform analysis and review activities related to new designs and implementations of the Fire Control System for SLCM-N.
  • Support the development of new concepts and technologies and research potential new Fleet capabilities.
  • Coordinate and work closely with other engineering and management disciplines to support design, training, and installation milestones.
  • Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation and design artifacts.
  • Provide direct interface and liaison with customers at all levels, delivering systems engineering support.
  • Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards related to SLCM-N development.
  • Support the identification, analysis, and resolution of complex systems engineering issues involving platform, weapon, combat, Command and Control (C2), and fire control systems.
  • Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements:


  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline, OR 10 years of demonstrated and established knowledge base and subject matter expertise.
  • Ten (10) years of professional systems engineering experience with a DoD major strategic platform, weapon, combat, Command and Control (C2), and/or fire control systems program.
  • Five (5) years of concurrent experience as a team leader, performing systems engineering and mission engineering efforts that include developing requirements and top-level designs and/or system architectures for software-intensive systems.
  • Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex systems engineering issues involving platform, weapon, combat, C2, and fire control systems for Navy/Joint warfighting capabilities.
  • Must have an active Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to maintain a Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) or other SLBM organizations supporting Fire Control System development.
  • Top Secret clearance.

Compensation Details:

US: $150,000 - $170,000

       

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:

09/29/2026 - 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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